Flying from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Guangzhou Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Chengdu and Guangzhou are in the UTC+8 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
You can choose from 143 weekly Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Guangzhou Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CTU to CAN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like November, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Plenty of airlines offer direct flights from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Guangzhou Airport. Fly nonstop to Guangzhou with these carriers and get to know this exciting part of China:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is China Southern.
China Southern leads the way as the most punctual carrier for CTU to CAN flights, with 89.2% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Guangzhou Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CTU and CAN:
Kunming Airport
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
Haikou Airport
Handy information about Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
The address for CTU is Airport Expressway Entrance.
84% of flights departing from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of CTU.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Guangzhou Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near CTU:
Arriving at Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CAN instead:
Go beyond Guangzhou and discover places outside the usual tourist stops with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Guangzhou Airport rental car from Hertz.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Guangzhou Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou
The address for CAN is Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Airport to central Guangzhou has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Guangzhou Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Guangzhou based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Guangzhou Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Guangzhou, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CTU to CAN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Shenzhen is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Guangzhou. Around 105 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes.
Dongguan is another essential stop in China and is around 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. No trip is complete without dropping by Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park.
