The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Sao Carlos Airport (QSC) in Sao Carlos, Brazil is 18,080 kilometers (11,234 miles / 9,762 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying west at a heading of 271°.

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 Brazil. 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 02:26 in Guangzhou, it's 15:26 in Sao Carlos. With a 11-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 2,599 feet between the two airports. Sao Carlos Airport sits higher than Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.

The return flight from Sao Carlos (QSC) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 81° (east). 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 Sao Carlos Airport (QSC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.