Travelling from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Around 12 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Guangzhou Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-8, which makes Los Angeles 16 hours behind Guangzhou.
Flights from CAN to LAX start from 21:30 — the earliest with China Southern Airlines. The latest departure is at 21:30 with China Southern Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of five weekly Guangzhou Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CAN to LAX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
China Southern is your gateway to discovering Los Angeles (and maybe even some other exciting parts of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Guangzhou Airport to Los Angeles International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is China Southern.
The most punctual carrier offering CAN to LAX flights is China Southern. Its services land without delay 72.09% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Guangzhou Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between CAN and LAX:
Tokyo Haneda Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Tokyo Narita Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Guangzhou Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is R 6,407. A return plane ticket is currently R 10,793. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CAN to LAX if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from CAN to LAX.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Guangzhou Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Handy information about Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.
85% of flights leaving Guangzhou Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of CAN.
Guangzhou Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Guangzhou. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near CAN? If you've booked an early flight from Guangzhou Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Consider booking a hotel close to LAX if you have a late Guangzhou Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and discover more of Los Angeles and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The quietest month for a flight from Guangzhou Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Guangzhou Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CAN to LAX around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
