CAN
Guangzhou
China
7,238 km
4,498 miles
PMS
Palmyra Airport
Syria
Distance
7,238 km
4,498 mi / 3,908 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
299°
west northwest

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CAN PMS
Airport Name Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport Palmyra Airport
IATA Code CAN PMS
ICAO Code ZGGG OSPR
City Guangzhou N/A
Country China Syria
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Damascus
Elevation 50 ft 1,322 ft
Coordinates 23.390000, 113.300000 34.560000, 38.320000

Guangzhou (CAN) to Palmyra Airport (PMS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Palmyra Airport (PMS) in Palmyra Airport, Syria is 7,238 kilometers (4,498 miles / 3,908 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.

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 Syria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:30 in Guangzhou, it's 18:30 in Palmyra Airport. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,272 feet between the two airports. Palmyra Airport sits higher than Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.

The return flight from Palmyra Airport (PMS) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 78° (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 Palmyra Airport (PMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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