Distance from Guangzhou to Washington D.C.
13,034 km (8,099 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies
13,034 km
Kilometers
8,099 miles
Miles
~15h 50m
Est. Flight
13h
Time Difference
Guangzhou
ChinaWashington D.C.
USAGuangzhou and Washington D.C. are separated by over 13000 kilometers — roughly the distance of flying across an entire ocean.
Guangzhou is known for Canton Tower and Cantonese cuisine (dim sum), while Washington D.C. is famous for The White House and Lincoln Memorial.
In terms of city area, Guangzhou is 42.0x larger than Washington D.C.. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.
Compare Guangzhou and Washington D.C. side by side
Open Map ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
How far is Guangzhou from Washington D.C.?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Guangzhou to Washington D.C. is 13,034 km (8,099 miles).
How long is the flight from Guangzhou to Washington D.C.?
A direct flight would take approximately 15h 50m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.
Is Guangzhou bigger than Washington D.C.?
Guangzhou is larger at 7,434 km², compared to 177 km².