The flight distance from Minami Daito Airport (MMD) in Minami Daito Airport, Japan to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 9,414 kilometers (5,850 miles / 5,083 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 22:33 in Minami Daito Airport, it's 15:33 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 1,575 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Minami Daito Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Minami Daito Airport (MMD) 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 Minami Daito Airport (MMD) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.