APZ
Zapala
Argentina
13,065 km
8,118 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
13,065 km
8,118 mi / 7,054 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Argentina/Salta
Heading
56°
northeast

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APZ SOF
Airport Name Zapala Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code APZ SOF
ICAO Code SAHZ LBSF
City Zapala Sofia
Country Argentina Bulgaria
Timezone America/Argentina/Salta Europe/Sofia
Elevation 3,330 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -38.980000, -70.110000 42.700000, 23.410000

Zapala (APZ) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Zapala Airport (APZ) in Zapala, Argentina to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 13,065 kilometers (8,118 miles / 7,054 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 56°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Argentina 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 01:52 in Zapala, it's 06:52 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 1,588 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Zapala Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Zapala (APZ) 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 Zapala Airport (APZ) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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