Airport Comparison
| CAN | YXC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport | Cranbrook / Canadian Rockies Airport |
| IATA Code | CAN | YXC |
| ICAO Code | ZGGG | CYXC |
| City | Guangzhou | Cranbrook |
| Country | China | Canada |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 50 ft | 3,082 ft |
| Coordinates | 23.390000, 113.300000 | 49.610000, -115.780000 |
Guangzhou (CAN) to Cranbrook (YXC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Cranbrook / Canadian Rockies Airport (YXC) in Cranbrook, Canada is 10,564 kilometers (6,564 miles / 5,704 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, 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 Canada. 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 11:56 in Guangzhou, it's 20:56 in Cranbrook. With a 15-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 3,032 feet between the two airports. Cranbrook / Canadian Rockies Airport sits higher than Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.
The return flight from Cranbrook (YXC) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 316° (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 Cranbrook / Canadian Rockies Airport (YXC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.