Travelling from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport.
Guangzhou and Beijing are in the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Flights from CAN to PEK start at 06:25 — the first with Air China. The latest departure is at 21:20 with Hainan Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 192 weekly Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport flights.
Your CAN to PEK flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport available through a range of airlines, flying to Beijing (and then other corners of China) is a snap. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Air China on this route.
Hainan Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers CAN to PEK flights. An exceptional 95.07% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between CAN and PEK include:
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
Sanqingshan Airport
Yichang Sanxia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Right now, $146 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $337. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from CAN to PEK by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
CAN's address is Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from CAN touch down on schedule 86.05% of the time.
Central Guangzhou to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Searching for a convenient hotel near CAN? If you're catching an early flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
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To lock in the best rate, book your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Rates typically rise closer to your departure date.
Getting from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Capital International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central Beijing. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Beijing. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAN to PEK in January. Average temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of China
You've visited Beijing, now it's time to discover more of China. Travel about 113 kilometres south-east to Tianjin to tick off its popular sights. From Ancient Culture Street to Porcelain house and Haihe River, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.