The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport (TRM) in Palm Springs, United States is 10,583 kilometers (6,576 miles / 5,714 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

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 14:23 in Sofia, it's 04:23 in Palm Springs. 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 1,856 feet between the two airports. Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Palm Springs (TRM) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 29° (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 Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport (TRM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.