The flight distance from Reales Tamarindos Airport (PVO) in Portoviejo, Ecuador to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 11,216 kilometers (6,969 miles / 6,056 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.

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 Ecuador 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 08:12 in Portoviejo, it's 15:12 in Sofia. With a 7-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 1,612 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Reales Tamarindos Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Portoviejo (PVO) follows a heading of 279° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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