The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Whakatane Airport (WHK) in Whakatane Airport, New Zealand is 17,716 kilometers (11,008 miles / 9,566 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying east at a heading of 86°.

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 New Zealand. 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 18:52 in Sofia, it's 05:52 in Whakatane Airport. With a 11-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 1,722 feet between the two airports. Whakatane Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Whakatane Airport (WHK) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 292° (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 Whakatane Airport (WHK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.