The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) in Sumbawa Island, Indonesia is 10,972 kilometers (6,818 miles / 5,924 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east at a heading of 94°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:02 in Sofia, it's 16:02 in Sumbawa Island. 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 1,726 feet between the two airports. Sumbawa Besar Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Sumbawa Island (SWQ) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 312° (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 Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.