The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) in Rio Gallegos, Argentina is 16,869 kilometers (10,482 miles / 9,109 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south at a heading of 177°.

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 23:01 in Guangzhou, it's 12:01 in Rio Gallegos. 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 Rio Gallegos (RGL) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 185° (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 Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.