Airport Comparison
Guantanamo Bay Naval Station (NBW) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leeward Point Field (NBW) in Guantanamo Bay Naval Station, Cuba to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 9,194 kilometers (5,713 miles / 4,964 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 Cuba with Bulgaria. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:07 in Guantanamo Bay Naval Station, it's 17:07 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 1,686 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Leeward Point Field.
The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Guantanamo Bay Naval Station (NBW) follows a heading of 290° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Leeward Point Field (NBW) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.