The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Townsville Airport (TSV) in Townsville, Australia is 14,147 kilometers (8,791 miles / 7,639 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east at a heading of 82°.

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 01:53 in Sofia, it's 09:53 in Townsville. With a 8-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 1,724 feet between the two airports. Townsville Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Townsville (TSV) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 310° (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 Townsville Airport (TSV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.