Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is 10 hours.
The timezone in Guangzhou is UTC+8, which is five hours ahead of Istanbul.
Each week, there are 11 Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, pick the 01:30 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 16:00 with China Southern Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your IST to CAN flight.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Flying into Guangzhou (and then seeing more of China!) is a breeze with China Southern Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.
China Southern Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between IST and CAN:
Daxing International Airport
Dubai Airport
Noi Bai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight is Rs79,014. A round-trip fare is currently Rs142,482. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IST to CAN.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from IST to CAN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near IST? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
If you're arriving on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near CAN:
Grab a Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport rental car and discover parts of Guangzhou that aren't in every guidebook. Find your perfect set of wheels with Hertz.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou
CAN is located at Airport W Ave.
From Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, Guangzhou is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is April, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Guangzhou based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Guangzhou, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from IST to CAN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 21ºC on average.
Explore more of China
Shenzhen is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Guangzhou. Around 105 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning.
Dongguan is another essential stop in China and is around 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. No journey is complete without dropping by 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画.
