The flight distance from Alberto Carnevalli Airport (MRD) in Merida, Venezuela to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 9,732 kilometers (6,047 miles / 5,255 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:15 in Merida, it's 15:15 in Sofia. With a 6-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 3,265 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Alberto Carnevalli Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Merida (MRD) follows a heading of 279° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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