SLO
Salem
United States
8,692 km
5,401 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,692 km
5,401 mi / 4,693 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
44°
northeast

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SLO SOF
Airport Name Salem-Leckrone Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code SLO SOF
ICAO Code KSLO LBSF
City Salem Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Sofia
Elevation 573 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 38.640000, -88.960000 42.700000, 23.410000

Salem (SLO) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Salem-Leckrone Airport (SLO) in Salem, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,692 kilometers (5,401 miles / 4,693 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.

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 06:23 in Salem, it's 14:23 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,169 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Salem-Leckrone Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Salem (SLO) follows a heading of 312° (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 Salem-Leckrone Airport (SLO) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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