The flight distance from Pdte. Carlos Ibanez del Campo Airport (PUQ) in Punta Arenas, Chile to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 13,906 kilometers (8,641 miles / 7,509 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 64°.

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 Chile 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 22:52 in Punta Arenas, it's 03:52 in Sofia. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,603 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Pdte. Carlos Ibanez del Campo Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Punta Arenas (PUQ) follows a heading of 227° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Pdte. Carlos Ibanez del Campo Airport (PUQ) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.