Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): what you need to know
The timezone in Guangzhou is UTC+8, which is 15 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Give yourself enough time to make your YVR to CAN flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
$739 is the best price for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,285. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from YVR to CAN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Vancouver International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
71.77% of flights that depart Vancouver International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Vancouver International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near YVR. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
If you have a late Vancouver International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near CAN:
Venture beyond Guangzhou and check out places that don't always get the spotlight with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou
CAN is located at Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to the centre of Guangzhou has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When to fly to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
April is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Guangzhou in April.
The warmest month in Guangzhou is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YVR to CAN sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
You've seen Guangzhou, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel about 105 kilometres south-east to Shenzhen to tick off its leading sights. From Window of the World to Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Dongguan is another must-experience destination in China and is around 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. No journey is complete without seeing 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画.