CAN
Guangzhou
China
2,703 km
1,679 miles
LUA
Lukla
Nepal
Distance
2,703 km
1,679 mi / 1,459 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2.25h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
286°
west northwest

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CAN LUA
Airport Name Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport Lukla Airport
IATA Code CAN LUA
ICAO Code ZGGG VNLK
City Guangzhou Lukla
Country China Nepal
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 50 ft 9,380 ft
Coordinates 23.390000, 113.300000 27.690000, 86.730000

Guangzhou (CAN) to Lukla (LUA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Lukla Airport (LUA) in Lukla, Nepal is 2,703 kilometers (1,679 miles / 1,459 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 286°.

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 China with Nepal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:53 in Guangzhou, it's 22:38 in Lukla.

There is a significant elevation difference of 9,330 feet between the two airports. Lukla 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 Lukla (LUA) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 94° (east). 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 Lukla Airport (LUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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