Airport Comparison
| CAN | CEN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport | Ciudad Obregon International Airport |
| IATA Code | CAN | CEN |
| ICAO Code | ZGGG | MMCN |
| City | Guangzhou | Ciudad Obregon |
| Country | China | Mexico |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Hermosillo |
| Elevation | 50 ft | 243 ft |
| Coordinates | 23.390000, 113.300000 | 27.390000, -109.830000 |
Guangzhou (CAN) to Ciudad Obregon (CEN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Ciudad Obregon International Airport (CEN) in Ciudad Obregon, Mexico is 12,714 kilometers (7,900 miles / 6,865 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.
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 Mexico. 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 10:57 in Guangzhou, it's 19:57 in Ciudad Obregon. 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.
The return flight from Ciudad Obregon (CEN) 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 Ciudad Obregon International Airport (CEN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.