CAN
Guangzhou
China
5,096 km
3,166 miles
GAN
Gan
Maldives
Distance
5,096 km
3,166 mi / 2,752 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
244°
west southwest

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CAN GAN
Airport Name Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport Gan International Airport
IATA Code CAN GAN
ICAO Code ZGGG VRMG
City Guangzhou Gan
Country China Maldives
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Indian/Maldives
Elevation 50 ft 7 ft
Coordinates 23.390000, 113.300000 -0.690000, 73.160000

Guangzhou (CAN) to Gan (GAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Gan International Airport (GAN) in Gan, Maldives is 5,096 kilometers (3,166 miles / 2,752 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west southwest at a heading of 244°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting China with Maldives. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:43 in Guangzhou, it's 09:43 in Gan. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Gan (GAN) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 56° (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 Gan International Airport (GAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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