ALA
Almaty
Kazakhstan
3,985 km
2,476 miles
CAN
Guangzhou
China
Distance
3,985 km
2,476 mi / 2,152 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Asia/Almaty
Heading
112°
east southeast

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ALA CAN
Airport Name Almaty International Airport Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
IATA Code ALA CAN
ICAO Code UAAA ZGGG
City Almaty Guangzhou
Country Kazakhstan China
Timezone Asia/Almaty Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 2,238 ft 50 ft
Coordinates 43.350000, 77.040000 23.390000, 113.300000

Almaty (ALA) to Guangzhou (CAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Almaty International Airport (ALA) in Almaty, Kazakhstan to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China is 3,985 kilometers (2,476 miles / 2,152 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 112°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Kazakhstan with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:24 in Almaty, it's 19:24 in Guangzhou. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,188 feet between the two airports. Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport sits lower than Almaty International Airport.

The return flight from Guangzhou (CAN) to Almaty (ALA) follows a heading of 313° (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 Almaty International Airport (ALA) and Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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