The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Saint-Etienne-Boutheon Airport (EBU) in Saint-Etienne/Boutheon, France is 9,535 kilometers (5,925 miles / 5,149 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.

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 China with France. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:58 in Guangzhou, it's 23:58 in Saint-Etienne/Boutheon. With a 6-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 1,275 feet between the two airports. Saint-Etienne-Boutheon Airport sits higher than Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.

The return flight from Saint-Etienne/Boutheon (EBU) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 60° (east 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 Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) and Saint-Etienne-Boutheon Airport (EBU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.