CAN
Guangzhou
China
6,352 km
3,947 miles
SCT
Socotra Islands
Yemen
Distance
6,352 km
3,947 mi / 3,430 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
270°
west

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CAN SCT
Airport Name Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport Socotra International Airport
IATA Code CAN SCT
ICAO Code ZGGG OYSQ
City Guangzhou Socotra Islands
Country China Yemen
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Aden
Elevation 50 ft 146 ft
Coordinates 23.390000, 113.300000 12.630000, 53.910000

Guangzhou (CAN) to Socotra Islands (SCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Socotra International Airport (SCT) in Socotra Islands, Yemen is 6,352 kilometers (3,947 miles / 3,430 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west at a heading of 270°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting China with Yemen. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:15 in Guangzhou, it's 20:15 in Socotra Islands. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Socotra Islands (SCT) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 70° (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 Socotra International Airport (SCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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