Airport Comparison
| CAN | JHW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport | Chautauqua County/Jamestown Airport |
| IATA Code | CAN | JHW |
| ICAO Code | ZGGG | KJHW |
| City | Guangzhou | Jamestown |
| Country | China | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 50 ft | 1,723 ft |
| Coordinates | 23.390000, 113.300000 | 42.150000, -79.260000 |
Guangzhou (CAN) to Jamestown (JHW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Chautauqua County/Jamestown Airport (JHW) in Jamestown, United States is 12,614 kilometers (7,838 miles / 6,811 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 10°.
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 12:58 in Guangzhou, it's 23:58 in Jamestown. With a 13-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 1,673 feet between the two airports. Chautauqua County/Jamestown Airport sits higher than Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.
The return flight from Jamestown (JHW) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 347° (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 Chautauqua County/Jamestown Airport (JHW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.