The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Valesdir Airport (VLS) in Valesdir, Vanuatu is 15,614 kilometers (9,702 miles / 8,431 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.

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 Vanuatu. 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 15:00 in Sofia, it's 00:00 in Valesdir. 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 1,732 feet between the two airports. Valesdir Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Valesdir (VLS) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 318° (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 Valesdir Airport (VLS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.