Flying from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London Heathrow Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 12 hours 45 minutes.
London's timezone is UTC+0, making London eight hours behind Guangzhou.
Choose from ten weekly Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. The 12:15 departure with China Southern Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. China Southern Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 13:30.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CAN to LHR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
China Southern Airlines is your ticket to exploring London (and maybe even some other exciting parts of United Kingdom!). Browse the direct flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London Heathrow Airport offered by this airline.
Most travellers choose to fly with China Southern Airlines on this route.
Among carriers operating CAN to LHR flights, China Southern Airlines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CAN and LHR:
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
At the moment, Rs71,144 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs184,536. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CAN to LHR.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
CAN is located at Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 86.05% of flights that depart CAN reach their destination on time.
To reach Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport from central Guangzhou, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near CAN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London Heathrow Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Explore without limits with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and venture far and wide through London and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central London. The drive time takes about 55 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. For a quieter experience, visit London in February.
Book your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you want to go to London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CAN to LHR in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Travel around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its popular sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another corner of United Kingdom, consider Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among the biggest draws.