Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 35 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Shanghai and Guangzhou share the same timezone — UTC+8.
For the first departure, take the 00:00 flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. If you want to set off later, the last flight is at 22:30. With 125 weekly flights from PVG to CAN, you can select the one that works best for you.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
An easy journey from PVG to CAN is all it takes to reach Guangzhou, China. There is a range of carriers that operate direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, including:
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PVG and CAN include:
Changsha Huanghua Airport
Changle International Airport
Wenzhou Longwan International Airport
For a flight within China, you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to show some form of identification, like an ID card or driver's license. Once you've landed your cheap ticket from PVG to CAN, make sure your ID is up to date before you fly.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is $81. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $208. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap flight tickets from PVG to CAN by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Getting a cheap ticket from PVG to CAN is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has fallen.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Simply enter your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
To get to Shanghai Pudong International Airport from central Shanghai, it'll take about 49 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near PVG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CAN instead:
Getting from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Guangzhou. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 36 minutes.
When to fly to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Guangzhou. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Guangzhou during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PVG to CAN in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC and 21ºC then.
More about Guangzhou
Once you've locked in your flights from PVG to CAN, you'll need to find a hotel in Guangzhou. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Canton Tower, Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall are top sights which should be on any well-planned Guangzhou itinerary.
Complete your Guangzhou trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Guangzhou.