CAN
Guangzhou
China
6,637 km
4,124 miles
NAL
Nalchik
Russia
Distance
6,637 km
4,124 mi / 3,584 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
308°
northwest

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CAN NAL
Airport Name Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport Nalchik Airport
IATA Code CAN NAL
ICAO Code ZGGG URMN
City Guangzhou Nalchik
Country China Russia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Moscow
Elevation 50 ft 1,461 ft
Coordinates 23.390000, 113.300000 43.510000, 43.640000

Guangzhou (CAN) to Nalchik (NAL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Nalchik Airport (NAL) in Nalchik, Russia is 6,637 kilometers (4,124 miles / 3,584 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.

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 Russia. 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 21:47 in Guangzhou, it's 16:47 in Nalchik. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,411 feet between the two airports. Nalchik Airport sits higher than Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.

The return flight from Nalchik (NAL) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 85° (east). 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 Nalchik Airport (NAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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