Airport Comparison
Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Brunei International Airport (BWN) in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 9,759 kilometers (6,064 miles / 5,270 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.
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 Brunei with Bulgaria. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:46 in Bandar Seri Begawan, it's 14:46 in Sofia. 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 1,669 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Brunei International Airport.
The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) follows a heading of 85° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Brunei International Airport (BWN) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.