Flying from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Around 9 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is three hours ahead of Guangzhou.
Take your pick of 42 weekly Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flights. The 08:05 departure with China Southern Airlines is the earliest available. China Southern Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 21:00.
Your CAN to SYD flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Jetting into Sydney (and then seeing more of Australia!) is easy with China Southern Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is China Southern Airlines.
The most punctual carrier operating CAN to SYD flights is China Southern Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 65.67% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between CAN and SYD:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Haikou Meilan International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is 132 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 307 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from CAN to SYD, reserve your journey six months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
CAN's address is Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 86.05% of flights that depart CAN reach their destination without delay.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Guangzhou. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near CAN:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Consider staying in a hotel near SYD if you're catching a late Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and explore beyond Sydney's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is April, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Sydney based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CAN to SYD sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another essential stop in Australia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.