Direct (nonstop) flights from Altay to Guangzhou

1 airline flys nonstop from Altay Airport (AAT) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN). It's 2,179 miles (3,507 km), about 5h 15m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines.

AAT
Altay Airport
🇨🇳 Altay, China
CAN
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
🇨🇳 Guangzhou, China
Flight Time
5h 15m
Distance
2,179 mi
3,507 km
CO₂/pax
368 kg
−42 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
China Southern Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
AAT → CAN
Flight Time
5h 15m
Distance
2,179 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Altay to Guangzhou with one stop · direct emits 368 kg CO₂ per passenger

AAT TFU (Chengdu) CAN
Leg 1: 3h 50m (1,483 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (725 mi) Total: ~6h 10m 🍃 410 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → TFU
3h 50m · 1,483 mi
View AAT to TFU flights →
Leg 2
TFU → CAN
2h 20m · 725 mi
View TFU to CAN flights →
AAT XIY (Xian) CAN
Leg 1: 3h 25m (1,409 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (808 mi) Total: ~6h 15m 🍃 413 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → XIY
3h 25m · 1,409 mi
View AAT to XIY flights →
Leg 2
XIY → CAN
2h 50m · 808 mi
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AAT INC (Yinchuan) CAN
Leg 1: 3h (1,128 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,107 mi) Total: ~6h 15m 🍃 403 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → INC
3h · 1,128 mi
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Leg 2
INC → CAN
3h 15m · 1,107 mi
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AAT LHW (Lanzhou) CAN
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,109 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,072 mi) Total: ~6h 25m 🍃 393 kg CO₂ (+7% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → LHW
3h 10m · 1,109 mi
View AAT to LHW flights →
Leg 2
LHW → CAN
3h 15m · 1,072 mi
View LHW to CAN flights →
AAT URC (Urumqi) CAN
Leg 1: 1h 20m (267 mi) Leg 2: 5h 10m (2,036 mi) Total: ~6h 30m 🍃 418 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → URC
1h 20m · 267 mi
View AAT to URC flights →
Leg 2
URC → CAN
5h 10m · 2,036 mi
View URC to CAN flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Altay to Guangzhou?

A nonstop flight from Altay (AAT) to Guangzhou (CAN) takes approximately 5 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 2,179 miles (3,507 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Altay to Guangzhou?

Just China Southern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Altay to Guangzhou?

Yes. 1 airline: China Southern Airlines.

How far is Altay from Guangzhou?

The flight distance from Altay to Guangzhou is 2,179 miles (3,507 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What type of aircraft flies from Altay to Guangzhou?

At 5h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Altay to Guangzhou?

Roughly 368 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,840 km.

Is the return flight from Guangzhou to Altay also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Altay to Guangzhou?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Altay Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.