Sofia to Dulles (SOF–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Sofia to Dulles
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 4,936 mi 10h 45m nonstop -6h behind 27 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between SOF and IAD, connecting options are available through 27 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SOF to IAD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
27
Hubs
~12h
Fastest
~33h
Longest
STN ~12h 5m CIA ~12h 17m PRG ~12h 41m LTN ~13h 11m VAR ~13h 24m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,584
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
SOF → IAD
86%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
86%
Return
IAD → SOF
53%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
53%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAD delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Dulles from Sofia

Nearby airports with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Metric SOF→IAD PRN→IAD
Distance from SOF – 121 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 1 1
Flight time 10h 45m 8h 43m
Prishtina (PRN) to Dulles flights
Airports within 200 miles of SOF with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-6h
Dulles is 6 hours behind Sofia.
SOF: EET · IAD: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Sofia, it's 12:00 PM in Dulles.
Distance & Flight Time
4,936 mi / 7,943 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 10h 45m.
Getting from IAD

Silver Line Metro runs from Washington Dulles Airport station to Metro Center in about 65 minutes (~$7). The route bypasses I-66 and I-495 congestion entirely. Washington Flyer coach also runs to Wiehle-Reston East station ($6, 15 min) for Metro connection.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown DC cost $55–80 and take 35–55 minutes depending on traffic. Car rental facilities are on-site. Dulles is 27 miles west of the Capitol; it is farther than either DCA or BWI from central DC.

Dulles Climate

Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (30–36°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Winters bring cold temperatures (−3 to 5°C) with snow and ice. The Virginia suburbs accumulate more snow than downtown DC, and ice storms are the primary disruption risk.

Dulles sits at higher elevation in Virginia's piedmont and sees more winter precipitation than DCA. Spring and fall are variable. Snowfall is possible into April. Thunderstorms begin from April through May.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

SOF–IAD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Sofia to Dulles route.
Route details
Distance4,936 mi / 7,943 km
Flight time10h 45m
Time difference-6 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections27 hubs
Origin: SOF
Full nameSofia Airport
IATA / ICAOSOF / LBSF
TimezoneEurope/Sofia
Passengers/yr7.9M
Elevation1,742 ft / 531 m
Destination: IAD
Full nameWashington Dulles International Airport
IATA / ICAOIAD / KIAD
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr26.0M
Elevation312 ft / 95 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SOF to IAD flights.
Nonstop flights from Sofia Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport take approximately 10h 45m. The route covers 4,936 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from SOF to IAD.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through STN, CIA, PRG, LTN, VAR, JFK, AMS, ZRH, AMM, CDG, DUB, MUC, FRA, TLV, FCO, DXB, LHR, VIE, IST, BRU, AUH, CAI, BCN, CPH, DOH, MAD and EDI. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Dulles is 6 hours behind Sofia.
Nearby alternatives include PRN. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 SOF to IAD

Sofia Airport (SOF) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

SOF to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SOF to IAD ranges from 10 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,936 miles (7,943 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

27 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via STN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Prishtina (PRN).