SMK
St Michael
United States
8,197 km
5,094 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,197 km
5,094 mi / 4,426 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+11h
America/Nome
Heading
356°
north

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SMK SOF
Airport Name St Michael Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code SMK SOF
ICAO Code PAMK LBSF
City St Michael Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Nome Europe/Sofia
Elevation 98 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 63.490000, -162.110000 42.700000, 23.410000

St Michael (SMK) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from St Michael Airport (SMK) in St Michael, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,197 kilometers (5,094 miles / 4,426 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 356°.

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 23:02 in St Michael, it's 10:02 in Sofia. With a 11-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 1,644 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than St Michael Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to St Michael (SMK) follows a heading of 3° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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