PKX
Beijing
China
7,373 km
4,582 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
7,373 km
4,582 mi / 3,981 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
307°
northwest

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PKX SOF
Airport Name Beijing Daxing International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code PKX SOF
ICAO Code ZBAD LBSF
City Beijing Sofia
Country China Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Sofia
Elevation 82 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 39.500000, 116.400000 42.700000, 23.410000

Beijing (PKX) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) in Beijing, China to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 7,373 kilometers (4,582 miles / 3,981 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

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 China with Bulgaria. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:55 in Beijing, it's 15:55 in Sofia. With a 6-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 1,660 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Beijing Daxing International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Beijing (PKX) follows a heading of 57° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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