CAN
Guangzhou
China
7,678 km
4,771 miles
MGQ
Mogadishu
Somalia
Distance
7,678 km
4,771 mi / 4,146 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
263°
west

Ready to fly CAN to MGQ?

Compare flight prices across hundreds of airlines and booking sites.

Find flights from CAN to MGQ

Some links on this page are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Airport Comparison

CAN MGQ
Airport Name Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport Aden Adde International Airport
IATA Code CAN MGQ
ICAO Code ZGGG HCMM
City Guangzhou Mogadishu
Country China Somalia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Africa/Mogadishu
Elevation 50 ft 29 ft
Coordinates 23.390000, 113.300000 2.010000, 45.300000

Guangzhou (CAN) to Mogadishu (MGQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Aden Adde International Airport (MGQ) in Mogadishu, Somalia is 7,678 kilometers (4,771 miles / 4,146 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west at a heading of 263°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting China with Somalia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:05 in Guangzhou, it's 14:05 in Mogadishu. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Mogadishu (MGQ) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 66° (east northeast). 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 Aden Adde International Airport (MGQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

Cheapest months to fly CAN → MGQ

Live ticket prices for the next 12 months. Click any month to see deals.

Flight schedule CAN → MGQ

Upcoming departures, airlines, and flight numbers for this route.

Flight CAN → MGQ delayed or cancelled?

You may be entitled to up to €600 compensation under EU 261 / UK 261. Check eligibility in 2 minutes.

Calculate Flight Time Between Airports

Use our flight time calculator to find distances and estimated flight travel times between cities. Calculate flight duration for any airport pair worldwide.