Direct (nonstop) flights from Guangzhou to Altay

1 airline flys nonstop from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Altay Airport (AAT). It's 2,179 miles (3,507 km), about 5h 58m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines.

CAN
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
🇨🇳 Guangzhou, China
AAT
Altay Airport
🇨🇳 Altay, China
Flight Time
5h 58m
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 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
CAN → AAT
Flight Time
5h 58m
Distance
2,179 mi

Alternative Routes

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

CAN TFU (Chengdu) AAT
Leg 1: 2h 25m (725 mi) Leg 2: 3h 55m (1,483 mi) Total: ~6h 20m 🍃 410 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → TFU
2h 25m · 725 mi
View CAN to TFU flights →
Leg 2
TFU → AAT
3h 55m · 1,483 mi
View TFU to AAT flights →
CAN XIY (Xian) AAT
Leg 1: 2h 40m (808 mi) Leg 2: 3h 55m (1,409 mi) Total: ~6h 35m 🍃 413 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → XIY
2h 40m · 808 mi
View CAN to XIY flights →
Leg 2
XIY → AAT
3h 55m · 1,409 mi
View XIY to AAT flights →
CAN LHW (Lanzhou) AAT
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,072 mi) Leg 2: 3h 18m (1,109 mi) Total: ~6h 38m 🍃 393 kg CO₂ (+7% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → LHW
3h 20m · 1,072 mi
View CAN to LHW flights →
Leg 2
LHW → AAT
3h 18m · 1,109 mi
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CAN INC (Yinchuan) AAT
Leg 1: 3h 5m (1,107 mi) Leg 2: 3h 40m (1,128 mi) Total: ~6h 45m 🍃 403 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → INC
3h 5m · 1,107 mi
View CAN to INC flights →
Leg 2
INC → AAT
3h 40m · 1,128 mi
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CAN URC (Urumqi) AAT
Leg 1: 5h 30m (2,036 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (267 mi) Total: ~6h 55m 🍃 418 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → URC
5h 30m · 2,036 mi
View CAN to URC flights →
Leg 2
URC → AAT
1h 25m · 267 mi
View URC to AAT flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Guangzhou to Altay?

A nonstop flight from Guangzhou (CAN) to Altay (AAT) takes approximately 5 hours and 58 minutes. The distance is 2,179 miles (3,507 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Guangzhou to Altay?

Just China Southern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Guangzhou to Altay?

Yes. 1 airline: China Southern Airlines.

How far is Guangzhou from Altay?

The flight distance from Guangzhou to Altay 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 Guangzhou to Altay?

At 5h 58m, 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 Guangzhou to Altay?

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

Is the return flight from Altay to Guangzhou 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 Guangzhou to Altay?

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 Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport for this flight?

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