AJK
Araak
Iran
6,203 km
3,854 miles
CAN
Guangzhou
China
Distance
6,203 km
3,854 mi / 3,349 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.5h
Asia/Tehran
Heading
83°
east

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AJK CAN
Airport Name Arak Airport Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
IATA Code AJK CAN
ICAO Code OIHR ZGGG
City Araak Guangzhou
Country Iran China
Timezone Asia/Tehran Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 5,440 ft 50 ft
Coordinates 34.140000, 49.850000 23.390000, 113.300000

Araak (AJK) to Guangzhou (CAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Arak Airport (AJK) in Araak, Iran to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China is 6,203 kilometers (3,854 miles / 3,349 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east at a heading of 83°.

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 Iran with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:55 in Araak, it's 04:25 in Guangzhou. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,390 feet between the two airports. Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport sits lower than Arak Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Guangzhou (CAN) to Araak (AJK) follows a heading of 296° (west 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 Arak Airport (AJK) and Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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