The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Pine Ridge Airport (XPR) in Pine Ridge, United States is 9,065 kilometers (5,632 miles / 4,895 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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 15:00 in Sofia, it's 06:00 in Pine Ridge. With a 9-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 1,591 feet between the two airports. Pine Ridge Airport sits higher than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Pine Ridge (XPR) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 37° (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 Pine Ridge Airport (XPR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.