Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
4 hours 15 minutes is the average journey time for 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 can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
The busiest route is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN), with 75 direct weekly services. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from KUL to CAN is the 12:25am AirAsia option. If you're looking to take off later, the final departure is at 10:15pm with Batik Air Malaysia.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Kuala Lumpur to CAN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
With more people on the move during high season, aim to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Take the express route from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) can be booked from here.
You'll have your pick of carriers that offer direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport departing from KUL. Book your ticket with one of these:
The top choice among passengers flying between KUL and CAN is China Southern Airlines.
AirAsia is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to CAN. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Penang International Airport (PEN)
Travelling from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 64 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Break up your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport with a stop at Penang International Airport (PEN). A major stopover between Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport and CAN, it's a good opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
On public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to CAN flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.97%.
About Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near CAN and get cosy, quick:
Start your adventure the moment you land with a Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Guangzhou's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around two weeks before your Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight.
You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is R 1,321. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,563. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To snap up cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to CAN, book your ticket six months before your planned departure.
November is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Kuala Lumpur to CAN.
Find an affordable flight from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN). Visit Guangzhou in April for a quieter experience.
When booking your Kuala Lumpur to CAN plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Guangzhou, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Guangzhou
Start your Guangzhou trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Guangzhou when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to 珠江夜景 followed by Yuyuan Garden and Shamian Island.
Explore more of China
You've done Guangzhou, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Travel around 121 kilometres south-east to Shenzhen to check off its leading sights. From Huangshan Mountain to The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 153 kilometres south-east of Guangzhou, Hong Kong is another favourite stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Peak.
