Guangzhou to Atlanta flights
Atlanta lies 13,422 km (8,340 mi) north of Guangzhou, -12 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 17 h 57 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 | Atlanta | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | United States |
| Population | 18.7 million | 510,823 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 336 m (1,102 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Nearest large airport | CAN, 31 km out | ATL, 13 km out |
| Postal codes | 510000 | 30301–39901 |
Clocks in Atlanta are 12 h behind Guangzhou right now, so a 17 h 57 min journey lands only 5 h 57 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Atlanta
Crossing from China into United States: money changes from the Yuan Renminbi to the Dollar (USD); sockets are NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15; the dialling code becomes +1; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
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 Atlanta
Atlanta is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, whose 12,390-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are DeKalb Peachtree Airport (PDK, 16 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport | ATL | 13 km (8 mi) | 12,390 ft | 1,026 ft |
| DeKalb Peachtree Airport (regional) | PDK | 16 km (10 mi) | 6,001 ft | 1,003 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Atlanta from Guangzhou?
13,422 km (8,340 mi) in a straight line, north of Guangzhou.
How long does it take to get from Guangzhou to Atlanta by air?
About 17 h 57 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 Atlanta?
Atlanta is 12 h behind at the moment (America/New_York against Asia/Shanghai).
Which airports are used for Guangzhou to Atlanta flights?
Typically Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL); Atlanta also has PDK.
What currency do I need in Atlanta?
The Dollar (USD).
Where can I stay in Atlanta?
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Where these facts come from
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- 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.