Flying from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Guangzhou Airport is 15 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Guangzhou is UTC+8, which is 13 hours ahead of Toronto.
Flights from YYZ to CAN start from 00:30 — the first with China Southern Airlines. The last departure is at 01:30 with China Southern Airlines. Overall, you can choose from four weekly Toronto Pearson International Airport to Guangzhou Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your YYZ to CAN flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
China Southern is your gateway to discovering Guangzhou (and maybe even some other great corners of China!). Browse the direct flights from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Guangzhou Airport offered by this popular airline.
China Southern is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
China Southern leads the way as the most punctual carrier for YYZ to CAN flights, with 94.12% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
At the moment, $692 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Toronto Pearson International Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,245. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from YYZ to CAN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Guangzhou Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from YYZ to CAN.
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Handy information about Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Toronto Pearson International Airport, 68% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Toronto Pearson International Airport from central Toronto, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Guangzhou Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near YYZ:
Arriving at Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
Consider staying in a hotel near CAN if you're on a late Toronto Pearson International Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Set your own pace with a Guangzhou Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Guangzhou that don't always get the spotlight.
Reserving your vehicle from Guangzhou Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Guangzhou Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Guangzhou based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Guangzhou Airport for July if you'd like to go to Guangzhou during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YYZ to CAN in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of China
You've done Guangzhou, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Travel around 105 kilometres south-east to Shenzhen to tick off its top attractions. From Huangshan Mountain to The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in China, head for Dongguan, about 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park are the start of reasons to visit.

