The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Teniente Coronel Rafael Pabon Airport (VLM) in Villamontes, Bolivia is 11,342 kilometers (7,048 miles / 6,124 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west southwest at a heading of 252°.

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 Bolivia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:53 in Sofia, it's 12:53 in Villamontes. 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.

The return flight from Villamontes (VLM) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 49° (northeast). 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 Teniente Coronel Rafael Pabon Airport (VLM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.