Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Guangzhou Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 14 hours 15 minutes.
Guangzhou's timezone is UTC+8, making Guangzhou 16 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your YVR to CAN flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Travelling to Guangzhou (and then seeing more of China!) is a cinch with China Southern. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Guangzhou Airport.
China Southern is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Among carriers operating YVR to CAN flights, China Southern has the best track record for timely arrivals.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
At the moment, Rs99,052 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs166,832. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from YVR to CAN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport to Guangzhou Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
77% of flights that leave from Vancouver International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Vancouver International Airport from central Vancouver, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Guangzhou Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to YVR:
Arriving at Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Vancouver International Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CAN instead:
Grab a Guangzhou Airport rental car and discover parts of Guangzhou that aren't in every guidebook. Find your ideal set of wheels with Hertz.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Guangzhou Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou
You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Airport to the centre of Guangzhou has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
August is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Guangzhou Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Guangzhou in March.
The warmest month in Guangzhou is July, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Guangzhou Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap tickets from YVR to CAN sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
Shenzhen is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Guangzhou. Around 105 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes.
Around 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou, Dongguan is another essential stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park.