LWC
Lawrence
United States
9,027 km
5,609 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
9,027 km
5,609 mi / 4,874 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
41°
northeast

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LWC SOF
Airport Name Lawrence Regional Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code LWC SOF
ICAO Code KLWC LBSF
City Lawrence Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Sofia
Elevation 833 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 39.010000, -95.220000 42.700000, 23.410000

Lawrence (LWC) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Lawrence Regional Airport (LWC) in Lawrence, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 9,027 kilometers (5,609 miles / 4,874 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Bulgaria. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:18 in Lawrence, it's 02:18 in Sofia. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Lawrence (LWC) follows a heading of 316° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Lawrence Regional Airport (LWC) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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