MBE
Monbetsu
Japan
8,655 km
5,378 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,655 km
5,378 mi / 4,673 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
319°
northwest

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MBE SOF
Airport Name Monbetsu Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code MBE SOF
ICAO Code RJEB LBSF
City Monbetsu Sofia
Country Japan Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Tokyo Europe/Sofia
Elevation 80 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 44.300000, 143.400000 42.700000, 23.410000

Monbetsu (MBE) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Monbetsu Airport (MBE) in Monbetsu, Japan to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,655 kilometers (5,378 miles / 4,673 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

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 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 22:15 in Monbetsu, it's 15:15 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 Monbetsu Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Monbetsu (MBE) follows a heading of 39° (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 Monbetsu Airport (MBE) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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