The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to San Tome Airport (SOM) in San Tome Airport, Venezuela is 16,408 kilometers (10,196 miles / 8,860 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north at a heading of 355°.

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 Venezuela. 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 19:57 in Guangzhou, it's 07:57 in San Tome Airport. With a 12-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 San Tome Airport (SOM) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 4° (north). 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 San Tome Airport (SOM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.