Airport Comparison
Sofia (SOF) to Queenstown Airport (UEE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Queenstown Airport (UEE) in Queenstown Airport, Australia is 15,358 kilometers (9,543 miles / 8,293 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east southeast at a heading of 110°.
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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:58 in Sofia, it's 04:58 in Queenstown Airport. With a 9-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 1,478 feet between the two airports. Queenstown Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.
The return flight from Queenstown Airport (UEE) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 291° (west 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 Queenstown Airport (UEE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.