Travelling from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Guangzhou Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 14 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-5, which is 13 hours behind Guangzhou.
Every week, there are four Guangzhou Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as early as possible, go for the 18:30 China Southern Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 19:15 with China Southern Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to catch your CAN to YYZ flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Toronto (and then exploring more of Canada!) is a snap with China Southern. This popular airline offers direct flights from Guangzhou Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport.
China Southern has the highest passenger demand on this route.
China Southern is the most punctual carrier that offers CAN to YYZ flights. An exceptional 80.0% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Guangzhou Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between CAN and YYZ include:
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Right now, R 7,564 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Guangzhou Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 13,931. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CAN to YYZ if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Picking up cheap flights from CAN to YYZ is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Guangzhou Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Handy information about Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
CAN's address is Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from CAN touch down 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.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near CAN? If you're catching an early flight from Guangzhou Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Book a hotel near YYZ if you're catching a late Guangzhou Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Toronto Pearson International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and venture far and wide through Toronto and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Toronto Pearson International Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
From Toronto Pearson International Airport, Toronto is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Guangzhou Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport is November, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Toronto based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Guangzhou Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport for July if you want to explore Toronto during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CAN to YYZ in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -15ºC (5ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Canada waiting to be explored. Around 499 kilometres north-east of Toronto, a visit to Montreal will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Ottawa is another standout destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No journey is complete without visiting Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
