The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport (IOS) in Ilheus, Brazil is 16,962 kilometers (10,540 miles / 9,159 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying west northwest at a heading of 283°.

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 Brazil. 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 10:29 in Guangzhou, it's 23:29 in Ilheus. 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 Ilheus (IOS) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 68° (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 Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport (IOS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.