Cincinnati / Covington to Sofia (CVG–SOF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Cincinnati / Covington to Sofia
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
5,218 mi 9h 22m nonstop +7h ahead 9 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between CVG and SOF, connecting options are available through 9 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CVG to SOF.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
9
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
605
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+7h
Sofia is 7 hours ahead of Cincinnati / Covington.
CVG: EDT · SOF: EEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Cincinnati / Covington, it's 1:00 AM (next day) in Sofia.
Distance & Flight Time
5,218 mi / 8,398 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 9h 22m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter Bulgaria visa-free for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Bulgaria joined the Schengen area in 2024, so the 90-day clock is now shared with all other Schengen countries. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

CVG–SOF Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Cincinnati / Covington to Sofia route.
Route details
Distance5,218 mi / 8,398 km
Flight time9h 22m
Time difference+7 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections9 hubs
Origin: CVG
Full nameCincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport
IATA / ICAOCVG / KCVG
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr9.0M
Elevation896 ft / 273 m
Destination: SOF
Full nameSofia Airport
IATA / ICAOSOF / LBSF
TimezoneEurope/Sofia
Passengers/yr7.9M
Elevation1,742 ft / 531 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CVG to SOF flights.
Nonstop flights from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport to Sofia Airport take approximately 9h 22m. The route covers 5,218 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CHS, STN, BWI, BRU, NAP, FRA, HHN, CDG and LHR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Sofia is 7 hours ahead of Cincinnati / Covington.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CVG to SOF

Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) and Sofia Airport (SOF) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

CVG to SOF Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CVG to SOF ranges from 9 hours 22 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,218 miles (8,398 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

9 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via CHS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.