MAB
Maraba
Brazil
9,010 km
5,599 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
9,010 km
5,599 mi / 4,865 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Araguaina
Heading
45°
northeast

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MAB SOF
Airport Name Maraba Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code MAB SOF
ICAO Code SBMA LBSF
City Maraba Sofia
Country Brazil Bulgaria
Timezone America/Araguaina Europe/Sofia
Elevation 357 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -5.370000, -49.140000 42.700000, 23.410000

Maraba (MAB) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Maraba Airport (MAB) in Maraba, Brazil to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 9,010 kilometers (5,599 miles / 4,865 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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 18:11 in Maraba, it's 23:11 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 1,385 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Maraba Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Maraba (MAB) follows a heading of 254° (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 Maraba Airport (MAB) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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