Flying from Douala Airport (DLA) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN): what you need to know
Guangzhou is seven hours ahead of Douala and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you get on your DLA to CAN flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as December? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Douala Airport to Guangzhou Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DLA and CAN:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Douala Airport (DLA) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
At the moment, Rs202,595 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Douala Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs287,329. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from DLA to CAN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Douala Airport to Guangzhou Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from DLA to CAN.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Douala Airport to Guangzhou Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Douala Airport (DLA)
57% of flights that take off from Douala Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Douala Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Douala. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near DLA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Douala Airport to Guangzhou Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
If you're getting in on a late Douala Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near CAN:
Grab a Guangzhou Airport rental car and explore parts of Guangzhou that are off the usual tourist route. Find your perfect set of wheels with Hertz.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Guangzhou Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou
CAN is located at Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Guangzhou. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Douala Airport to Guangzhou Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Guangzhou. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Douala Airport to Guangzhou Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Guangzhou, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from DLA to CAN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 22ºC on average.
Explore more of China
Shenzhen is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen Guangzhou. Around 105 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in China, consider Dongguan, roughly 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park are among the biggest draws.
