The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Yap International Airport (YAP) in Yap Island, Micronesia is 11,229 kilometers (6,978 miles / 6,063 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.

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 Micronesia. 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 14:30 in Sofia, it's 22:30 in Yap Island. 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 1,651 feet between the two airports. Yap International Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Yap Island (YAP) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 317° (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 Yap International Airport (YAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.