Travelling from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Los Angeles. Explore your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when searching for a flight from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN).
Around 15 hours 8 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is located in Guangzhou. The city operates in the UTC+8 timezone and is 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
The busiest route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN), with 6 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LAX to CAN is the 22:20 China Southern service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 23:50 with China Southern.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to CAN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Going away during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Take the express route from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Direct flights from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) operate from here.
When leaving from LAX, you can take a direct flight from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport with China Southern.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Los Angeles to CAN leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
From central Los Angeles, LAX is around 32 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
In search of a handy hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Want other options for a direct flight from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)? Check out the fares jetting out of Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Take a direct flight from Los Angeles to CAN with China Southern. This is one of the leading airlines flying this route out of VNY.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever your plans, here's where you can stop between Van Nuys Airport and CAN:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take 34 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Los Angeles to CAN? Relax in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your adventure officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CAN instead:
Getting from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou
From Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, Guangzhou is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 36 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
ر.ق. 1,609 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Return flights start from ر.ق. 2,785. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Los Angeles to CAN when you book 7 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares on this route are usually at their lowest.
You'll score the best savings on your tickets from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport if you plan your holiday for April. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly out.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Guangzhou. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Schedule your flight from Los Angeles to CAN for August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Guangzhou to range from 23ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Guangzhou
Start your Guangzhou trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
One of the best ways to get to know Guangzhou is to explore its leading attractions. Some highlights include Canton Tower, Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall.
Complete your Guangzhou trip with a car rental
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