SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
8,085 km
5,024 miles
YIP
Detroit
United States
Distance
8,085 km
5,024 mi / 4,366 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
312°
northwest

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SOF YIP
Airport Name Sofia Airport Willow Run Airport
IATA Code SOF YIP
ICAO Code LBSF KYIP
City Sofia Detroit
Country Bulgaria United States
Timezone Europe/Sofia America/New_York
Elevation 1,742 ft 716 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 42.200000, -83.500000

Sofia (SOF) to Detroit (YIP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Willow Run Airport (YIP) in Detroit, United States is 8,085 kilometers (5,024 miles / 4,366 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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 17:53 in Sofia, it's 10:53 in Detroit. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,026 feet between the two airports. Willow Run Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Detroit (YIP) 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 Willow Run Airport (YIP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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