CAN
Guangzhou
China
12,327 km
7,660 miles
RSL
Russell
United States
Distance
12,327 km
7,660 mi / 6,656 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-14h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
26°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CAN RSL
Airport Name Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport Russell Municipal Airport
IATA Code CAN RSL
ICAO Code ZGGG KRSL
City Guangzhou Russell
Country China United States
Timezone Asia/Shanghai America/Chicago
Elevation 50 ft 1,864 ft
Coordinates 23.390000, 113.300000 38.870000, -98.810000

Guangzhou (CAN) to Russell (RSL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Russell Municipal Airport (RSL) in Russell, United States is 12,327 kilometers (7,660 miles / 6,656 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.

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 20:40 in Guangzhou, it's 06:40 in Russell. 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 1,814 feet between the two airports. Russell Municipal Airport sits higher than Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.

The return flight from Russell (RSL) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 329° (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 Russell Municipal Airport (RSL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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