The flight distance from Abemama Atoll Airport (AEA) in Abemama Atoll, Kiribati to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 14,377 kilometers (8,933 miles / 7,763 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:36 in Abemama Atoll, it's 19:36 in Sofia. With a 10-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 1,734 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Abemama Atoll Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Abemama Atoll (AEA) follows a heading of 40° (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 Abemama Atoll Airport (AEA) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.