The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to El Calafate Airport (FTE) in El Calafate, Argentina is 16,989 kilometers (10,557 miles / 9,173 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south at a heading of 173°.

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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:28 in Guangzhou, it's 01:28 in El Calafate. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from El Calafate (FTE) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 191° (south). 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 El Calafate Airport (FTE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.