Flying from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to London: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 11 hours 52 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London.
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is 8 hours behind Guangzhou, where Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). You can select from 10 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CAN to LHR is the 12:15 China Southern option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 13:30 with China Southern.
To ensure you catch your flight from CAN to London, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Nonstop flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to London are available for booking. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is where you'll disembark.
Book your seat with China Southern. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from CAN to London, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You'll need an embassy visa for United Kingdom if you hold a passport from China and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.
To reach CAN from central Guangzhou, it'll take around 36 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near CAN. Whether you have an early flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to London
Rs72,517 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs159,691. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from CAN to London, book your trip 9 months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is approximately 31 kilometres. It takes around 57 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 1 minute.
Book a hotel close to LHR if you're taking a late flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is about 80 kilometres from the centre of London. Once you've hopped off your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour and 19 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near LGW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from CAN to London:
Best time to go to London
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London. July is the most popular month for a trip to London. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from CAN to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
After booking your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just two of the leading attractions to put on your London itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Buckingham Palace.
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