The flight distance from Ipiau Airport (IPU) in Ipiau, Brazil to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 9,007 kilometers (5,597 miles / 4,863 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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 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 12:09 in Ipiau, it's 17:09 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 1,250 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Ipiau Airport.

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