The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Gamboa Airport (WCA) in Castro, Chile is 13,535 kilometers (8,410 miles / 7,308 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 239°.

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 Chile. 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 19:58 in Sofia, it's 14:58 in Castro. 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 1,591 feet between the two airports. Gamboa Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Castro (WCA) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 59° (east 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 Gamboa Airport (WCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.