Airport Comparison
Sofia (SOF) to West Sale Airport (SXE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to West Sale Airport (SXE) in West Sale Airport, Australia is 15,297 kilometers (9,505 miles / 8,260 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east southeast at a heading of 104°.
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 15:15 in Sofia, it's 00:15 in West Sale Airport. With a 9-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 1,649 feet between the two airports. West Sale Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.
The return flight from West Sale Airport (SXE) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 295° (west 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 West Sale Airport (SXE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.