The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Santa Barbara del Zulia Airport (STB) in Santa Barbara del Zulia Airport, Venezuela is 9,765 kilometers (6,068 miles / 5,273 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:05 in Sofia, it's 06:05 in Santa Barbara del Zulia Airport. 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 1,710 feet between the two airports. Santa Barbara del Zulia Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Santa Barbara del Zulia Airport (STB) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 47° (northeast). 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 Santa Barbara del Zulia Airport (STB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.