The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Quepos Managua Airport (XQP) in Quepos, Costa Rica is 10,692 kilometers (6,644 miles / 5,773 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.

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 Costa Rica. 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 19:11 in Sofia, it's 11:11 in Quepos. 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 1,657 feet between the two airports. Quepos Managua Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Quepos (XQP) 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 Quepos Managua Airport (XQP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.