Travelling from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Taiyuan Airport (TYN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Guangzhou Airport to Taiyuan Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Taiyuan's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Guangzhou.
Take your pick of 63 weekly Guangzhou Airport to Taiyuan Airport flights. The 06:55 departure with Hainan Airlines is the earliest available. China Eastern Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:10.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CAN to TYN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Guangzhou Airport to Taiyuan Airport, so jetting to Taiyuan (and then seeing more parts of China!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with China Southern on this route.
China Eastern leads the way as the most punctual carrier for CAN to TYN flights, with 93.67% of services landing as scheduled.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guangzhou Airport to Taiyuan Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CAN and TYN:
Nanking / Nanjing Airport
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
Hefei Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Taiyuan Airport (TYN)
Rs28,511 is currently the best price for a one-way Guangzhou Airport to Taiyuan Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs63,712. These fares may change depending on availability.
To find cheap tickets from CAN to TYN, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Airport to Taiyuan Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Guangzhou Airport to Taiyuan Airport.
Handy information about Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
The address for CAN is Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart CAN arrive at their destination without delay.
Guangzhou Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Guangzhou. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Guangzhou Airport to Taiyuan Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to CAN:
Arriving at Taiyuan Airport (TYN)
If you have a late Guangzhou Airport to Taiyuan Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near TYN:
Getting from Taiyuan Airport (TYN) to central Taiyuan
You'll find TYN at Airport Special Line.
Taiyuan Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Taiyuan. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Taiyuan Airport (TYN)
The quietest month for a flight from Guangzhou Airport to Taiyuan Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Taiyuan based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Guangzhou Airport to Taiyuan Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Taiyuan, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 34ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAN to TYN in January. Average temperatures are between -13ºC and 3ºC then.
Explore more of China
You've done Taiyuan, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Travel about 402 kilometres north-east to Beijing to tick off its must-visit sights. From Forbidden City to Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 434 kilometres east of Taiyuan, Tianjin is another favourite stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
