The flight distance from Santa Maria Airport (RIA) in Santa Maria, Brazil to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 11,249 kilometers (6,990 miles / 6,074 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, 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 Brazil 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 10:15 in Santa Maria, it's 15:15 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 1,455 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Santa Maria Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Santa Maria (RIA) follows a heading of 240° (west 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 Santa Maria Airport (RIA) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.