The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Cortez Municipal Airport (CEZ) in Cortez, United States is 11,966 kilometers (7,435 miles / 6,461 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 34°.

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 United States. 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 08:47 in Guangzhou, it's 17:47 in Cortez. 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 5,868 feet between the two airports. Cortez Municipal Airport sits higher than Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Cortez (CEZ) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 320° (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 Cortez Municipal Airport (CEZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.