Guangzhou to Pathānkot flights
Pathānkot lies 3,818 km (2,372 mi) north-west of Guangzhou, -2.5 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 5 h 39 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Guangzhou | Pathānkot | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | India |
| Population | 18.7 million | 174,306 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 337 m (1,106 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Nearest large airport | CAN, 31 km out | IXP, 5 km out |
| Postal codes | 510000 | 145001 |
Clocks in Pathānkot are 2 h 30 min behind Guangzhou right now, so a 5 h 39 min journey lands only 3 h 9 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Pathānkot
Crossing from China into India: money changes from the Yuan Renminbi to the Rupee (INR); traffic switches to the left; sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 546, Euro; the dialling code becomes +91; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648793.
Airports at each end
Leaving Guangzhou
Guangzhou is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN), 31 km (19 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX, 78 km), Foshan Shadi Airport (FUO, 19 km).
Arriving in Pathānkot
Pathānkot is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Pathankot Airport (IXP), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,970 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Kangra Airport (DHM, 59 km), Jammu Airport (IXJ, 89 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathankot Airport (regional) | IXP | 5 km (3 mi) | 8,970 ft | 1,017 ft |
| Kangra Airport (regional) | DHM | 59 km (37 mi) | 4,620 ft | 2,525 ft |
| Jammu Airport (regional) | IXJ | 89 km (55 mi) | 6,700 ft | 996 ft |
One end has no runway over 10,000 ft, so at 3,818 km (2,372 mi) this pair is unlikely to be flown nonstop by a wide-body; expect a connection.
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Common questions
How far is Pathānkot from Guangzhou?
3,818 km (2,372 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Guangzhou.
How long does it take to get from Guangzhou to Pathānkot by air?
About 5 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Guangzhou and Pathānkot?
Pathānkot is 2 h 30 min behind at the moment (Asia/Kolkata against Asia/Shanghai).
Which airports are used for Guangzhou to Pathānkot flights?
Typically Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Pathankot Airport (IXP); Pathānkot also has DHM, IXJ.
What currency do I need in Pathānkot?
The Rupee (INR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.