Travelling from Urumqi Airport (URC) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Urumqi Airport to Guangzhou Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 15 minutes.
Guangzhou's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Urumqi.
Flights from URC to CAN start from 07:30 — the first with Air China. The latest departure is at 19:55 with Hainan Airlines. Overall, there are 66 weekly Urumqi Airport to Guangzhou Airport flights.
Your URC to CAN flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
There's a good range of direct flights from Urumqi Airport to Guangzhou Airport to pick from. When planning your Guangzhou journey, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this exciting part of China:
China Southern is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Among carriers operating URC to CAN flights, China Southern has the best record for on-time arrivals.
How to find the cheapest flights from Urumqi Airport (URC) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
Right now, 187 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Urumqi Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 376 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from URC to CAN if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Urumqi Airport to Guangzhou Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Urumqi Airport (URC)
You'll find URC at Airport Expressway Entrance & Wuchang Hwy.
66% of flights that take off from Urumqi Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Urumqi to Urumqi Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near URC? If you've booked an early flight from Urumqi Airport to Guangzhou Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
Consider booking a hotel near CAN if you're on a late Urumqi Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Guangzhou Airport rental car and explore corners of Guangzhou that aren't in every guidebook. You can book your wheels with Hertz.
Reserving your ride from Guangzhou Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou
The street address for CAN is Airport W Ave.
From Guangzhou Airport, Guangzhou is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Urumqi Airport to Guangzhou Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Guangzhou based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Guangzhou is July, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Urumqi Airport to Guangzhou Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from URC to CAN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
You've visited Guangzhou, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Journey around 105 kilometres south-east to Shenzhen to tick off its must-visit sights. From Huangshan Mountain to The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Dongguan is another must-experience destination in China and is around 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. No journey is complete without dropping by Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park.