The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Mcchord Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport (TCM) in Tacoma, United States is 9,477 kilometers (5,889 miles / 5,117 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:15 in Sofia, it's 19:15 in Tacoma. With a 10-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 1,420 feet between the two airports. Mcchord Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Tacoma (TCM) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 24° (north 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 Sofia Airport (SOF) and Mcchord Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport (TCM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.