Airport Comparison
Guangzhou (CAN) to Nuku'alofa (TBU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU) in Nuku'alofa, Tonga is 9,197 kilometers (5,715 miles / 4,966 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 117°.
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 Tonga. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:17 in Guangzhou, it's 18:17 in Nuku'alofa. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Nuku'alofa (TBU) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 299° (west 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 Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.