How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from London to Guangzhou take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 9,495 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: London to Guangzhou

9,495

Kilometres (km)

5,900

Miles (mi)

5,127

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from London to Guangzhou is approximately 9,495 km. The typical flight time is 11h 40m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near London

London City Airport (LCY)36 km
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)41 km
London Luton Airport (LTN)45 km

Near Guangzhou

Foshan Shadi Airport (FUO)42 km
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)99 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from London to Guangzhou is approximately 9,495 km (5,900 miles).