AJU
Aracaju
Brazil
8,553 km
5,315 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,553 km
5,315 mi / 4,618 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Fortaleza
Heading
41°
northeast

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AJU SOF
Airport Name Santa Maria Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code AJU SOF
ICAO Code SBAR LBSF
City Aracaju Sofia
Country Brazil Bulgaria
Timezone America/Fortaleza Europe/Sofia
Elevation 23 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -10.980000, -37.070000 42.700000, 23.410000

Aracaju (AJU) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Santa Maria Airport (AJU) in Aracaju, Brazil to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,553 kilometers (5,315 miles / 4,618 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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 Brazil with Bulgaria. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:55 in Aracaju, it's 16:55 in Sofia. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,719 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Santa Maria Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Aracaju (AJU) follows a heading of 241° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Santa Maria Airport (AJU) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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