NGU
Norfolk
United States
8,009 km
4,976 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,009 km
4,976 mi / 4,324 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
50°
northeast

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NGU SOF
Airport Name Norfolk Ns (Chambers Field) Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code NGU SOF
ICAO Code KNGU LBSF
City Norfolk Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Sofia
Elevation 15 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 36.940000, -76.290000 42.700000, 23.410000

Norfolk (NGU) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Norfolk Ns (Chambers Field) Airport (NGU) in Norfolk, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,009 kilometers (4,976 miles / 4,324 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 22:12 in Norfolk, it's 05:12 in Sofia. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,727 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Norfolk Ns (Chambers Field) Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Norfolk (NGU) follows a heading of 304° (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 Norfolk Ns (Chambers Field) Airport (NGU) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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