Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 12 hours.
The timezone in Guangzhou is UTC+8, which is five hours behind Auckland.
Flights from AKL to CAN start at 10:00 — the first with China Southern Airlines. The last service of the day is at 23:00 with China Southern Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 13 weekly Auckland Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flights.
Leave enough time to make your AKL to CAN flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
China Southern Airlines has direct flights from Auckland Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Guangzhou — and maybe even more of China if time allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with China Southern Airlines on this route.
China Southern Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for AKL to CAN flights, with 92.13% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Auckland Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between AKL and CAN:
Brisbane Airport
Christchurch International Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Currently, $443 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $735. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from AKL to CAN by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from AKL to CAN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Auckland Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
69.31% of flights that leave from Auckland Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Auckland to Auckland Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near AKL? If you're catching an early flight from Auckland Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
If you're landing on a late Auckland Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near CAN:
Set your own pace with a Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore Guangzhou and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou
CAN is located at Airport W Ave.
From Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, Guangzhou is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Auckland Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is April, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Guangzhou based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Auckland Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Guangzhou during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from AKL to CAN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Shenzhen is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Guangzhou. Around 105 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning.
Dongguan is another well-known destination in China and is around 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. No trip is complete without visiting 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画.