Flying from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Around 12 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Guangzhou Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
London is eight hours behind Guangzhou and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
You can choose from seven weekly Guangzhou Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. The 13:05 departure with China Southern Airlines is the earliest flight available. China Southern Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 13:20.
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 can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Getting to London (and then exploring more of the United Kingdom!) is a snap with China Southern. This popular carrier has direct flights from Guangzhou Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is China Southern.
The most punctual carrier offering CAN to LHR flights is China Southern. Its services arrive as planned 75.51% of the time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guangzhou Airport to London Heathrow Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CAN and LHR:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Rs69,601 is currently the best price for a one-way Guangzhou Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs187,285. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CAN to LHR if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Airport to London Heathrow Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Guangzhou Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
Handy information about Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.
85% of flights departing from Guangzhou Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of CAN.
Guangzhou Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Guangzhou. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near CAN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Guangzhou Airport to London Heathrow Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Reserve a hotel near LHR if you have a late Guangzhou Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and experience more of London and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Guangzhou Airport to London Heathrow Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit London based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Guangzhou Airport to London Heathrow Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from CAN to LHR in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to discover other corners of the United Kingdom. Travel about 257 kilometres north-west to Manchester to check off its top attractions. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres north-west of London. No trip is complete without visiting Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.