Guangzhou (Huadu) to Fairbanks (CAN–FAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

Last scheduled nonstop: May 2026.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 2 hubs
ANC Anchorage 11h 44m CACSGCZ → 7SASEM Anchorage (ANC) to Fairbanks flights
ORD Chicago ~10h 35m → UA Chicago (ORD) to Fairbanks flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Guangzhou (Huadu) to Fairbanks
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
5,016 mi 8h 52m nonstop -16h behind

While no nonstop service exists between CAN and FAI, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Also explore CAN Routes FAI Routes CAN Live Flights FAI Live Flights FAI Delays
All flights from Fairbanks (FAI) Fairbanks to Guangzhou (Huadu) flights
Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for CAN to FAI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
2
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~11h
Longest
ORD ~10h 35m ANC ~11h 44m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
83
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
CAN → FAI
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
Return
FAI → CAN
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. FAI delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Fairbanks from Guangzhou (Huadu)

Nearby airports with service to Fairbanks International Airport.
Metric CAN→FAI HKG→FAI
Distance from CAN – 84 mi
Nonstop airlines – 1
Weekly flights – –
Flight time 8h 52m 9h
Hong Kong (HKG) to Fairbanks flights
Airports within 200 miles of CAN with service to Fairbanks International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-16h
Fairbanks is 16 hours behind Guangzhou (Huadu).
CAN: CST · FAI: AKDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Guangzhou (Huadu), it's 2:00 AM in Fairbanks.
Distance & Flight Time
5,016 mi / 8,071 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 8h 52m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders require a B1/B2 visa for tourism or business travel to the United States. The visa is typically issued for 10 years with multiple entries, allowing stays of up to 180 days per visit. An in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate is required, and the application fee is US $185. Holders of 10-year B visas must also enroll in EVUS (Electronic Visa Update System) every two years before travel.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to CAN

Metro Line 3 North Extension runs directly to T1 and T2 from Tianhe and the city centre (30–40 min from Guangzhou East station, ¥8–10). Road traffic in Guangzhou is consistently heavy; the metro avoids it.Airport shuttle buses depart from multiple city zones including the Civil Aviation ticket office in Liuhua (¥26, 40–60 min). Taxis cost ¥80–130 from the urban core and take 40–70 minutes depending on which ring road is moving. DiDi is cheaper and widely used.

Facts

CAN–FAI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Guangzhou (Huadu) to Fairbanks route.
Route details
Distance5,016 mi / 8,071 km
Flight time8h 52m
Time difference-16 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: CAN
Full nameGuangzhou Baiyun International Airport
IATA / ICAOCAN / ZGGG
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.4M
Elevation50 ft / 15 m
Destination: FAI
Full nameFairbanks International Airport
IATA / ICAOFAI / PAFA
TimezoneAmerica/Anchorage
Passengers/yr1.1M
Elevation439 ft / 134 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CAN to FAI flights.
Nonstop flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport take about 8h 52m gate to gate. The route covers 5,016 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Ted Stevens Anchorage.
Fairbanks is 16 hours behind Guangzhou (Huadu).
Nearby alternatives include HKG. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CAN to FAI

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) and Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

CAN to FAI Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CAN to FAI is about 8 hours 52 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,016 miles (8,071 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Ted Stevens Anchorage. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hong Kong (HKG).