The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ) in Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica is 15,931 kilometers (9,899 miles / 8,602 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, 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 Costa Rica. 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 17:27 in Guangzhou, it's 03:27 in Perez Zeledon. With a 14-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 2,050 feet between the two airports. San Isidro del General Airport sits higher than Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.

The return flight from Perez Zeledon (IPZ) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 333° (north 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 San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.