Flying from Johannesburg to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): What you need to know
The timezone in Guangzhou is UTC+8, which is six hours ahead of Johannesburg. Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is located in Guangzhou.
To ensure you catch your flight from Johannesburg to CAN, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to CAN. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular airports:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Johannesburg to JNB takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
75% of flights that leave from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
HLA is about 40 kilometres from central Johannesburg. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Johannesburg to CAN flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Lanseria International Airport:
About Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Johannesburg to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near CAN:
To get the best deal, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your Johannesburg to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight.
You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.
Getting from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou
Central Guangzhou is around 27 kilometres from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
At the moment, 413 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 640 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Johannesburg to CAN, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Johannesburg to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Johannesburg to CAN.
Save on your flight from Johannesburg to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
December is the quietest month for flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN), while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Guangzhou based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Johannesburg to CAN plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Guangzhou, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Guangzhou
Start your Guangzhou trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Guangzhou when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Canton Tower followed by Baiyun Mountain and Yuyuan Garden.
Explore more of China
Guangzhou will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres southeast of Guangzhou, a visit to Shenzhen will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes.
If there's time to check out another great destination in China, consider Hong Kong, roughly 153 kilometres southeast of Guangzhou. Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Peak are among its highlights.