The flight distance from Gregory Downs Airport (GGD) in Gregory Downs Airport, Australia to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 13,491 kilometers (8,383 miles / 7,284 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 Australia 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 14:37 in Gregory Downs Airport, it's 07:37 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 1,690 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Gregory Downs Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Gregory Downs Airport (GGD) follows a heading of 87° (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 Gregory Downs Airport (GGD) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.