SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
8,089 km
5,026 miles
WBR
Big Rapids
United States
Distance
8,089 km
5,026 mi / 4,368 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
314°
northwest

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SOF WBR
Airport Name Sofia Airport Roben-Hood Airport
IATA Code SOF WBR
ICAO Code LBSF KRQB
City Sofia Big Rapids
Country Bulgaria United States
Timezone Europe/Sofia America/Detroit
Elevation 1,742 ft 990 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 43.720000, -85.500000

Sofia (SOF) to Big Rapids (WBR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Roben-Hood Airport (WBR) in Big Rapids, United States is 8,089 kilometers (5,026 miles / 4,368 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

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 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 21:15 in Sofia, it's 14:15 in Big Rapids. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Big Rapids (WBR) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 47° (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 Roben-Hood Airport (WBR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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