The flight distance from Antonio/Nery/Juarbe Pol Airport (ARE) in Arecibo, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,637 kilometers (5,367 miles / 4,663 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Bulgaria. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:52 in Arecibo, it's 01:52 in Sofia. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,721 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Antonio/Nery/Juarbe Pol Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Arecibo (ARE) follows a heading of 284° (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 Antonio/Nery/Juarbe Pol Airport (ARE) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.