Travelling from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Vancouver is 15 hours behind Guangzhou and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your CAN to YVR flight.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CAN and YVR:
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Incheon International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Right now, 367 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 654 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from CAN to YVR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Vancouver International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from CAN land at their destination as scheduled 86.05% of the time.
Central Guangzhou to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking an early flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Vancouver International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near CAN:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you're arriving on a late Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and venture far and wide through Vancouver and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
From Vancouver International Airport, Vancouver is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is May, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Vancouver based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
December has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CAN to YVR sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be explored. About 32 kilometres south-east of Vancouver, a visit to Surrey will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Victoria is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No journey is complete without seeing Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.