Flying from Beijing to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): what you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Beijing to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN). Explore your options for departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX), two of the city's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 28 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Beijing to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.
Beijing and Guangzhou (where Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
With 275 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) is the most popular route. 9 Air operates the earliest flight at 05:20. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from PEK to CAN is with Air China at 21:30.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Beijing to CAN.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) will have you traveling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) take off from this terminal.
Popular airlines that operate direct flights from Beijing to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport out of PEK include:
To get to PEK from central Beijing, it takes about 40 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 31 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
After a relaxed start to your vacation? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Beijing to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) offers nonstop flights from Beijing to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN).
Top airlines that have direct flights from Beijing to CAN setting off from PKX include:
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to PKX from Beijing's center in about 1 hour and 3 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometers away.
You're going on vacation, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport the day before your flight from Beijing to CAN:
About Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Beijing to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near CAN:
Getting from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is approximately 32 kilometers from the center of Guangzhou. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 36 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Book a one-way ticket from Beijing to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport from $85 or travel return from just $178. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
Score cheap tickets from Beijing to CAN by booking at least 8 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Beijing to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Beijing to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Guangzhou, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Guangzhou. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Beijing to CAN sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Beijing to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport in January when temperatures average between 5ºC and 21ºC.
More about Guangzhou
Start your Guangzhou trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Canton Tower, Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall are top attractions which should feature on every Guangzhou itinerary.
Complete your Guangzhou trip with a car rental
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