The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Ganzhou (YZY) in Zhangye, China is 6,286 kilometers (3,906 miles / 3,394 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.

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 China. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:55 in Sofia, it's 22:55 in Zhangye. With a 6-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 3,538 feet between the two airports. Ganzhou sits higher than Sofia Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zhangye (YZY) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 301° (west northwest). 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 Ganzhou (YZY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.