The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Nouadhibou International Airport (NDB) in Nouadhibou, Mauritania is 12,720 kilometers (7,904 miles / 6,868 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:11 in Guangzhou, it's 23:11 in Nouadhibou. 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.

The return flight from Nouadhibou (NDB) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 50° (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 Nouadhibou International Airport (NDB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.