The flight distance from Wanigela Airport (AGL) in Wanigela Airport, Papua New Guinea to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 13,595 kilometers (8,447 miles / 7,340 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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 Papua New Guinea 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 03:01 in Wanigela Airport, it's 19:01 in Sofia. With a 8-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 1,689 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Wanigela Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Wanigela Airport (AGL) follows a heading of 71° (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 Wanigela Airport (AGL) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.