Airport Comparison
| CAN | MHV | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport | Mojave Air & Space Port/Rutan Field |
| IATA Code | CAN | MHV |
| ICAO Code | ZGGG | KMHV |
| City | Guangzhou | Mojave |
| Country | China | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 50 ft | 2,801 ft |
| Coordinates | 23.390000, 113.300000 | 35.060000, -118.150000 |
Guangzhou (CAN) to Mojave (MHV) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Mojave Air & Space Port/Rutan Field (MHV) in Mojave, United States is 11,553 kilometers (7,179 miles / 6,238 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.
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 02:31 in Guangzhou, it's 10:31 in Mojave. With a 16-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 2,751 feet between the two airports. Mojave Air & Space Port/Rutan Field sits higher than Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.
The return flight from Mojave (MHV) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 312° (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 Mojave Air & Space Port/Rutan Field (MHV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.