Airport Comparison
| CAN | GWS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport | Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | CAN | GWS |
| ICAO Code | ZGGG | KGWS |
| City | Guangzhou | Glenwood Springs |
| Country | China | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 50 ft | 5,916 ft |
| Coordinates | 23.390000, 113.300000 | 39.510000, -107.310000 |
Guangzhou (CAN) to Glenwood Springs (GWS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport (GWS) in Glenwood Springs, United States is 11,849 kilometers (7,363 miles / 6,398 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 32°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:17 in Guangzhou, it's 05:17 in Glenwood Springs. With a 15-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 5,866 feet between the two airports. Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport sits higher than Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Glenwood Springs (GWS) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 321° (northwest). 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 Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport (GWS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.