Airport Comparison
| ALE | CAN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Alpine-Casparis Municipal Airport | Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport |
| IATA Code | ALE | CAN |
| ICAO Code | KE38 | ZGGG |
| City | Alpine | Guangzhou |
| Country | United States | China |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 4,514 ft | 50 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.380000, -103.680000 | 23.390000, 113.300000 |
Alpine (ALE) to Guangzhou (CAN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Alpine-Casparis Municipal Airport (ALE) in Alpine, United States to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China is 12,852 kilometers (7,986 miles / 6,939 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.
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 United States with China. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:20 in Alpine, it's 17:20 in Guangzhou. With a 14-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 4,464 feet between the two airports. Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport sits lower than Alpine-Casparis Municipal Airport.
The return flight from Guangzhou (CAN) to Alpine (ALE) follows a heading of 35° (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 Alpine-Casparis Municipal Airport (ALE) and Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.