Travelling from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Los Angeles. Explore your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when reserving your flight from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN).
Jump on a direct Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 15 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Guangzhou is UTC+8, which is 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is located in Guangzhou.
You can choose from 5 direct flights a week between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN). This is the most popular route, with China Southern Airlines offering a 10pm departure from LAX to CAN.
To ensure you get on your flight from Los Angeles to CAN, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) leave from this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport with China Southern Airlines. This well-known airline offers services from LAX.
Most travellers choose to book seats with China Southern Airlines between LAX and CAN.
China Southern Airlines is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to CAN. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
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LAX is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LAX land at their destination as scheduled 81.05% of the time.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
You can arrive at VNY from central Los Angeles in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Los Angeles to CAN flight? Unwind in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
About Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near CAN:
Pick up a Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport rental car and discover parts of Guangzhou that aren't the typical tourist stops. Book your wheels with Hertz.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
CAN is located at Airport W Ave.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
ج.م. 16,649 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Return flights start from ج.م. 28,738. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Book 11 months before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to CAN.
The best month for landing cheap Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
April is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Guangzhou based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Guangzhou is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Book your Los Angeles to CAN flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between 5ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Guangzhou
Start your Guangzhou trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Your trip to Guangzhou should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions worth exploring include 珠江夜景, Yuyuan Garden and Shamian Island.
Explore more of China
Guangzhou has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of China you should also see. Around 121 kilometres south-east of Guangzhou, a visit to Shenzhen will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes.
If you want to check out another major stop in China, head for Hong Kong, about 153 kilometres south-east of Guangzhou. Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Peak are key reasons to visit.
