The flight distance from Kitadaito Airport (KTD) in Kitadaito Airport, Japan to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 9,412 kilometers (5,848 miles / 5,082 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, 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 Japan 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 18:58 in Kitadaito Airport, it's 11:58 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 1,662 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Kitadaito Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Kitadaito Airport (KTD) follows a heading of 59° (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 Kitadaito Airport (KTD) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.