Airport Comparison
| CAN | MCW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport | Mason City Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | CAN | MCW |
| ICAO Code | ZGGG | KMCW |
| City | Guangzhou | Mason City |
| Country | China | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 50 ft | 1,213 ft |
| Coordinates | 23.390000, 113.300000 | 43.160000, -93.330000 |
Guangzhou (CAN) to Mason City (MCW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Mason City Municipal Airport (MCW) in Mason City, United States is 12,129 kilometers (7,537 miles / 6,549 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 20°.
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 14:14 in Guangzhou, it's 00:14 in Mason City. 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 1,163 feet between the two airports. Mason City Municipal Airport sits higher than Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.
The return flight from Mason City (MCW) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 334° (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 Mason City Municipal Airport (MCW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.