San Nicolás de los Garza to Guangzhou flights
Guangzhou lies 13,491 km (8,383 mi) north-west of San Nicolás de los Garza, +14 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 18 h 3 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.
| San Nicolás de los Garza | Guangzhou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | China |
| Population | 412,199 | 18.7 million |
| Elevation | 510 m (1,673 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Monterrey) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | MTY, 20 km out | CAN, 31 km out |
| Postal codes | 65516 | 510000 |
Clocks in Guangzhou are 14 h ahead of San Nicolás de los Garza right now, so a 18 h 3 min journey lands 32 h 3 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Guangzhou
Crossing from Mexico into China: money changes from the Peso to the Yuan Renminbi (CNY); sockets are AS/NZS 3112, Euro, NEMA 1-15; the dialling code becomes +86; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648851.
Airports at each end
Leaving San Nicolás de los Garza
San Nicolás de los Garza is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Monterrey International Airport (MTY), 20 km (12 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Plan de Guadalupe International Airport (SLW, 67 km).
Arriving in 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).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport | CAN | 31 km (19 mi) | 12,467 ft | 50 ft |
| Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport | SZX | 78 km (48 mi) | 12,467 ft | 13 ft |
| Foshan Shadi Airport (regional) | FUO | 19 km (12 mi) | 9,186 ft | 6 ft |
One end has no runway over 10,000 ft, so at 13,491 km (8,383 mi) this pair is unlikely to be flown nonstop by a wide-body; expect a connection.
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Staying in Guangzhou
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Common questions
How far is Guangzhou from San Nicolás de los Garza?
13,491 km (8,383 mi) in a straight line, north-west of San Nicolás de los Garza.
How long does it take to get from San Nicolás de los Garza to Guangzhou by air?
About 18 h 3 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between San Nicolás de los Garza and Guangzhou?
Guangzhou is 14 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Shanghai against America/Monterrey).
Which airports are used for San Nicolás de los Garza to Guangzhou flights?
Typically Monterrey International Airport (MTY) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN); Guangzhou also has SZX, FUO.
What currency do I need in Guangzhou?
The Yuan Renminbi (CNY).
Where can I stay in Guangzhou?
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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.