The flight distance from Jaime Gonzalez Airport (CFG) in Cienfuegos, Cuba to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 9,414 kilometers (5,849 miles / 5,083 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 Cuba 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 22:53 in Cienfuegos, it's 05:53 in Sofia. With a 7-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 1,640 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Jaime Gonzalez Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Cienfuegos (CFG) follows a heading of 295° (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 Jaime Gonzalez Airport (CFG) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.