The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Playa Baracoa Airport (UPB) in Havana, Cuba is 9,504 kilometers (5,905 miles / 5,132 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:16 in Sofia, it's 10:16 in Havana. With a 7-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 1,640 feet between the two airports. Playa Baracoa Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Havana (UPB) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 45° (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 Playa Baracoa Airport (UPB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.