The flight distance from Santa Barbara de Barinas Airport (SBB) in Santa Barbara, Venezuela to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 9,792 kilometers (6,084 miles / 5,287 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, 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 Venezuela 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 18:44 in Santa Barbara, it's 00:44 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 1,152 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Santa Barbara de Barinas Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Santa Barbara (SBB) 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 Santa Barbara de Barinas Airport (SBB) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.