Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is Kuala Lumpur's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) taking off from here.
Around 4 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight.
Guangzhou (where Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is located) and Kuala Lumpur share the UTC+8 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
The busiest route is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN), with 82 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from KUL to CAN is the 12:25am AirAsia service. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 10:15pm with Batik Air Malaysia.
To ensure you get on your flight from Kuala Lumpur to CAN, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) operate from here.
You'll have your pick of carriers that offer direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport leaving from KUL. Book your ticket with one of these:
Most travellers prefer to fly with China Southern between KUL and CAN.
Among carriers operating on this route, China Southern has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to CAN leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Your journey might pause in:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Penang International Airport (PEN)
Travelling from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 56 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
59% of flights that leave from Kuala Lumpur International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at Penang International Airport (PEN). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) out of Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport.
You can arrive at SZB from the centre of Kuala Lumpur in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to CAN flight:
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance of 72%. This figure shows how often flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on time.
About Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near CAN instead:
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.
Getting from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou
Central Guangzhou is around 27 kilometres from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is R 677. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,564. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Snap up cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to CAN by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN). January is the peak month for travel to Guangzhou. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in December.
The warmest month in Guangzhou is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Kuala Lumpur to CAN plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Guangzhou
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Guangzhou right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Canton Tower, Baiyun Mountain and Yuyuan Garden are must-visits when exploring Guangzhou.
Explore more of China
Shenzhen is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Guangzhou. Around 121 kilometres away to the southeast, top sights here include Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes.
Around 153 kilometres southeast of Guangzhou, Hong Kong is another favourite stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Peak.