Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is 9 hours 50 minutes.
Guangzhou's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Guangzhou three hours behind Melbourne.
Every week, there are 17 Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, select the 08:40 China Southern Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 23:30 with China Southern Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEL to CAN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Guangzhou (and then exploring more of China!) is a cinch with China Southern Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is China Southern Airlines.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for MEL to CAN flights is China Southern Airlines.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MEL and CAN:
Brisbane Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Noi Bai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Rs49,458 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs87,585. These fares may change depending on availability.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from MEL to CAN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it takes about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to MEL? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
If you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near CAN:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Guangzhou that don't always get the spotlight.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou
The street address for CAN is Airport W Ave.
From Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, Guangzhou is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Guangzhou. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Guangzhou, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to CAN in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 21ºC then.
Explore more of China
You've done Guangzhou, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey around 105 kilometres south-east to Shenzhen to tick off its must-visit sights. From Window of the World to Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another side of China, head for Dongguan, roughly 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画 are among its highlights.
