The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Oudtshoorn Airport (OUH) in Oudtshoorn, South Africa is 11,516 kilometers (7,156 miles / 6,218 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west southwest at a heading of 239°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:44 in Guangzhou, it's 05:44 in Oudtshoorn. With a 6-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 1,013 feet between the two airports. Oudtshoorn Airport sits higher than Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.

The return flight from Oudtshoorn (OUH) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 71° (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 Oudtshoorn Airport (OUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.