The flight distance from Sultan Thaha Airport (DJB) in Jambi-Sumatra Island, Indonesia to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 9,336 kilometers (5,801 miles / 5,041 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:57 in Jambi-Sumatra Island, it's 16:57 in Sofia. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,660 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Sultan Thaha Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Jambi-Sumatra Island (DJB) follows a heading of 98° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Sultan Thaha Airport (DJB) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.