The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Randolph Afb Airport (RND) in Universal City, United States is 13,231 kilometers (8,221 miles / 7,144 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:35 in Guangzhou, it's 13:35 in Universal City. With a 13-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 Universal City (RND) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 327° (north northwest). 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 Randolph Afb Airport (RND) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.