The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Vila Real Airport (VRL) in Vila Real Airport, Portugal is 10,605 kilometers (6,590 miles / 5,726 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 Portugal. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:58 in Guangzhou, it's 11:58 in Vila Real Airport. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,755 feet between the two airports. Vila Real Airport sits higher than Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.

The return flight from Vila Real Airport (VRL) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 52° (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 Vila Real Airport (VRL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.