The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Tanjung Balai Airport (TJB) in Karinmunbesar Island, Indonesia is 9,110 kilometers (5,661 miles / 4,919 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 96°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:54 in Sofia, it's 22:54 in Karinmunbesar Island. 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 1,739 feet between the two airports. Tanjung Balai Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Karinmunbesar Island (TJB) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 313° (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 Sofia Airport (SOF) and Tanjung Balai Airport (TJB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.