Airport Comparison
| CAN | IAH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport |
| IATA Code | CAN | IAH |
| ICAO Code | ZGGG | KIAH |
| City | Guangzhou | Houston |
| Country | China | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 50 ft | 96 ft |
| Coordinates | 23.390000, 113.300000 | 29.980000, -95.340000 |
Guangzhou (CAN) to Houston (IAH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 13,339 kilometers (8,288 miles / 7,202 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.
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 19:39 in Guangzhou, it's 05:39 in Houston. 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.
The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 329° (north 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 George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.