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How far is Whistler from Guangzhou?

The distance between Guangzhou (Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport) and Whistler (Whistler/Green Lake Water Aerodrome) is 6317 miles / 10166 kilometers / 5489 nautical miles.

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport – Whistler/Green Lake Water Aerodrome

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Distance from Guangzhou to Whistler

There are several ways to calculate the distance from Guangzhou to Whistler. Here are two standard methods:

Vincenty's formula (applied above)
  • 6317.074 miles
  • 10166.345 kilometers
  • 5489.387 nautical miles

Vincenty's formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points on the earth's surface using an ellipsoidal model of the planet.

Haversine formula
  • 6305.588 miles
  • 10147.860 kilometers
  • 5479.406 nautical miles

The haversine formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points assuming a spherical earth (great-circle distance – the shortest distance between two points).

How long does it take to fly from Guangzhou to Whistler?

The estimated flight time from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Whistler/Green Lake Water Aerodrome is 12 hours and 27 minutes.

Flight carbon footprint between Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) and Whistler/Green Lake Water Aerodrome (YWS)

On average, flying from Guangzhou to Whistler generates about 760 kg of CO2 per passenger, and 760 kilograms equals 1 675 pounds (lbs). The figures are estimates and include only the CO2 generated by burning jet fuel.

Map of flight path from Guangzhou to Whistler

See the map of the shortest flight path between Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) and Whistler/Green Lake Water Aerodrome (YWS).

Airport information

Origin Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
City: Guangzhou
Country: China Flag of China
IATA Code: CAN
ICAO Code: ZGGG
Coordinates: 23°23′32″N, 113°17′56″E
Destination Whistler/Green Lake Water Aerodrome
City: Whistler
Country: Canada Flag of Canada
IATA Code: YWS
ICAO Code: CAE5
Coordinates: 50°8′36″N, 122°56′56″W