The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Stara Zagora Airport (SZR) in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria is 10,844 kilometers (6,738 miles / 5,855 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 27°.

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 United States with Bulgaria. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:12 in San Diego, it's 07:12 in Stara Zagora. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Stara Zagora (SZR) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 329° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Stara Zagora Airport (SZR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.