The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to RAAF Base Richmond (XRH) in Richmond, Australia is 15,380 kilometers (9,557 miles / 8,305 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east at a heading of 96°.

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 11:58 in Sofia, it's 20:58 in Richmond. 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 1,675 feet between the two airports. RAAF Base Richmond sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (XRH) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 299° (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 RAAF Base Richmond (XRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.