The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) in Shanghai, China is 1,176 kilometers (731 miles / 635 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is a domestic route within China. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 04:23 in Guangzhou, it's 04:23 in Shanghai.

The return flight from Shanghai (SHA) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 224° (southwest). 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 Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.