Flying from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Sydney Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Guangzhou Airport to Sydney Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 9 hours 30 minutes.
Sydney is three hours ahead of Guangzhou and follows the UTC+11 timezone.
Flights from CAN to SYD start from 08:00 — the first with China Southern Airlines. The last departure is at 21:05 with China Southern Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 18 weekly Guangzhou Airport to Sydney Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CAN to SYD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
China Southern is your gateway to discovering Sydney (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Australia!). Check out the direct flights from Guangzhou Airport to Sydney Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is China Southern.
China Southern is the most punctual carrier offering CAN to SYD flights. A dependable 89.03% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Guangzhou Airport to Sydney Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between CAN and SYD:
Singapore Changi Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Haikou Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Sydney Airport (SYD)
At the moment, $209 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Guangzhou Airport to Sydney Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $502. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CAN to SYD if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Airport to Sydney Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from CAN to SYD.
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Handy information about Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from CAN reach their destination without delay.
Central Guangzhou to Guangzhou Airport is approximately 27 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near CAN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Guangzhou Airport to Sydney Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Sydney Airport (SYD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Guangzhou Airport to Sydney Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Grab a Sydney Airport rental car and explore Sydney and beyond with your own wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Sydney Airport about two weeks in advance.
When to fly to Sydney Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Guangzhou Airport to Sydney Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Sydney based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Guangzhou Airport to Sydney Airport for January if you want to visit Sydney during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CAN to SYD sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sydney. Around 241 kilometers away to the south-west, its best attractions include National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
Around 121 kilometers north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another favorite stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Merewether Beach, Nobbys Beach and Newcastle Beach.