Flying from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Guangzhou Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 16 hours.
New York's timezone is UTC-5, making New York 13 hours behind Guangzhou.
Your CAN to JFK flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
China Southern offers direct flights from Guangzhou Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in New York — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is China Southern.
With a reliable 88.89% of services arriving as planned, China Southern is the most punctual carrier offering CAN to JFK flights.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guangzhou Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CAN and JFK:
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Beijing Capital Airport
Tokyo Haneda Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
R 8,178 is the best price for a one-way Guangzhou Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 14,388. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CAN to JFK if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from CAN land on schedule 85% of the time.
Guangzhou Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Guangzhou. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near CAN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Guangzhou Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
If you're getting in on a late Guangzhou Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near JFK:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a New York John F. Kennedy Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and discover more of New York and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
The quietest month for a flight from Guangzhou Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit New York based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Guangzhou Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from CAN to JFK in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've done New York, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 129 kilometres south-west to Philadelphia to tick off its must-visit sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, your itinerary will be busy.
Boston is another essential stop in the United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No journey is complete without visiting Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.