CAN
Guangzhou
China
3,853 km
2,394 miles
XCH
Christmas Island
CX
Distance
3,853 km
2,394 mi / 2,080 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
193°
south southwest

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CAN XCH
Airport Name Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport Christmas Island Airport
IATA Code CAN XCH
ICAO Code ZGGG YPXM
City Guangzhou Christmas Island
Country China CX
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Indian/Christmas
Elevation 50 ft 916 ft
Coordinates 23.390000, 113.300000 -10.450000, 105.690000

Guangzhou (CAN) to Christmas Island (XCH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Christmas Island Airport (XCH) in Christmas Island, CX is 3,853 kilometers (2,394 miles / 2,080 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southwest at a heading of 193°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:49 in Guangzhou, it's 02:49 in Christmas Island.

The return flight from Christmas Island (XCH) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 12° (north 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 Christmas Island Airport (XCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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