The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Southern Cross Airport (SQC) in Southern Cross Airport, Australia is 12,747 kilometers (7,921 miles / 6,883 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east southeast at a heading of 111°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:49 in Sofia, it's 10:49 in Southern Cross Airport. 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 1,388 feet between the two airports. Southern Cross Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Southern Cross Airport (SQC) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 306° (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 Sofia Airport (SOF) and Southern Cross Airport (SQC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.