CAN
Guangzhou
China
8,799 km
5,467 miles
GWT
Westerland
Germany
Distance
8,799 km
5,467 mi / 4,751 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
326°
northwest

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CAN GWT
Airport Name Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport Westerland Sylt Airport
IATA Code CAN GWT
ICAO Code ZGGG EDXW
City Guangzhou Westerland
Country China Germany
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Berlin
Elevation 50 ft 51 ft
Coordinates 23.390000, 113.300000 54.910000, 8.340000

Guangzhou (CAN) to Westerland (GWT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Westerland Sylt Airport (GWT) in Westerland, Germany is 8,799 kilometers (5,467 miles / 4,751 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.

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 Germany. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:41 in Guangzhou, it's 09:41 in Westerland. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Westerland (GWT) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 65° (east 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 Westerland Sylt Airport (GWT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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