Travelling from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Toronto: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 15 hours 35 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Toronto.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-5. The city is 13 hours behind Guangzhou, where Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is located.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most traveled route, with four departures a week to pick from. You can travel from CAN to YYZ at 18:30 with China Southern Airlines.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your CAN to Toronto flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You can book a direct Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Toronto ticket. Begin your journey at CAN and land at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
China Southern Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Toronto.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from CAN to Toronto. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
CAN is about 31 kilometres from central Guangzhou. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to CAN? If you've booked an early flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Toronto, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from CAN land on time.
CAN's address is Airport W Ave.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Toronto
The best price we've found for a one-way Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Toronto flight is 461 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 847 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from CAN to Toronto. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Toronto is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the best prices across every month and bag an incredible deal.
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Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 25 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Toronto, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near YYZ:
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Toronto Pearson International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from CAN to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
After your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Toronto has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 20 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to YTZ. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your CAN to Toronto flight:
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Toronto has arrived. Central Toronto is around 72 kilometres from John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) and takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
Public transport can get you there in around 1 hour 50 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, find a hotel near YHM. Settle in at one of these options after your CAN to Toronto flight:
If you're looking for a certain type of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Reserve your ride from YHM a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
July is the most popular month for flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Toronto. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Toronto in January.
Book a Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Toronto plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
February has average temperatures of between -15ºC (5ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from CAN to Toronto around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Toronto right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Toronto:
The Top CN Tower and CN Tower are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Toronto itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Royal Ontario Museum.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the northeast, check out popular attractions including Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Ottawa is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres northeast of Toronto. No journey is complete without a visit to Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.