Question 1

Which airlines fly from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

Only China Southern operates flights between Guangzhou and London.

Question 2

Which airports can I use when flying from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Guangzhou to London usually depart from Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) and may arrive at several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN).

Question 3

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Guangzhou to London flights?

Accepted Answer

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• China Southern: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Sichuan Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Question 4

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Guangzhou to London:

• Economy class
• Business Class

Question 5

How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £509 return via Chongqing Jiangbei Intl (CKG), compared with £808 for direct.

Question 6

Which airports do connecting flights from Guangzhou to London pass through?

Accepted Answer

One-stop flights from Guangzhou to London most commonly connect through:

• Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 30% of one-stop connections
• Dubai Intl (DXB) – 28% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) – 9% of one-stop connections
• Chongqing Jiangbei Intl (CKG) – 7% of one-stop connections

Question 7

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Guangzhou to London. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at £624 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £724, a difference of £99.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

Question 8

At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Guangzhou to London route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 8h 52m.

Question 9

How are flight departures from Guangzhou to London spread across the day?

Accepted Answer

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Guangzhou to London flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, Morning flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

Question 10

What popular places can I visit in London?

Accepted Answer

Some of the most popular sights in London are Hyde Park, Tower Bridge, and Royal Albert Hall. These are among the most viewed places in London on KAYAK.

Question 11

What are the earliest and latest flights from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Guangzhou to London:

• Earliest: departs at 01:30 and lands at 14:22
• Latest: departs at 13:50 and lands at 02:42.

The flight takes about 12h 52m.

Question 12

How long is a flight from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Guangzhou to London takes 12h 52m, covering 5,883 miles.

Question 13

Do I need a passport to fly from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Question 14

How are flight prices from Guangzhou to London looking right now?

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from Guangzhou to London are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £227, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

Question 15

How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

China Southern is the only airline operating Guangzhou to London flights. 81% of its flights are on time.

Question 16

What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

Question 17

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

Flying via Beijing Capital (PEK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 50m, compared to 16h 32m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and 17h 02m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

Question 18

What is the time difference between Guangzhou and London?

Accepted Answer

London is 8 hours behind Guangzhou (British Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Question 19

What car hire options are available in London?

Accepted Answer

Since London is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near London Heathrow Airport (LHR) – daily rates from around £5:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Europcar
• Alamo
• Hertz

Near London Gatwick Airport (LGW) – daily rates from around £6:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• U-Save
• Europcar
• Alamo

Near London City Airport (LCY) – daily rates from around £8:

• GREEN MOTION
• Budget
• Hertz
• Avis
• Sixt

Near London Stansted Airport (STN) – daily rates from around £7:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Europcar
• Alamo
• U-Save

Near London Luton Airport (LTN) – daily rates from around £8:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Alamo
• Europcar
• U-Save

Question 20

How much should I expect to pay for a Guangzhou to London flight?

Accepted Answer

Return flights from Guangzhou to London range from £592 to £845, with an average of £687 over the past 12 months. Anything below £592 counts as a good deal.

Question 21

What is the cheapest Guangzhou to London flight route?

Accepted Answer

Guangzhou (CAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the cheapest Guangzhou to London route, averaging £664 return. Other Guangzhou to London routes average £786, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Question 22

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Guangzhou to London. It's 10% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

Question 23

What is the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to London at £587 return.
•September (£1,094) and October (£822) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 86% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 24

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

China Eastern (£526) and China Southern (£663) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Guangzhou to London according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 25

Which airline offers the most direct flights between Guangzhou and London?

Accepted Answer

China Southern has the most frequent direct flights from Guangzhou to London with 12 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

Question 26

How often are flights from Guangzhou to London delayed?

Accepted Answer

Over the last three months, Guangzhou to London flights were delayed 19% of the time. Delayed flights averaged 8h 52m behind schedule.

Question 27

What’s the most punctual time of day to fly from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays. Night departures experience delays most often.

Question 28

Which day of the week has the fewest delays on Guangzhou to London flights?

Accepted Answer

Sunday has the fewest flight delays on the Guangzhou to London route, with only 12% of flights delayed. Saturday has the most delays at 28%.

Question 29

Which airline is the most punctual on Guangzhou to London flights?

Accepted Answer

China Southern is the most punctual airline on Guangzhou to London flights. 81% of flights were on time in the past three months.

Question 30

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) is the most popular stopover for the Guangzhou to London route. 30% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via PVG.

Question 31

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Chongqing Jiangbei Intl (CKG) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of £509. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 32

Which route with a stopover is the fastest from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

Beijing Capital (PEK) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from Guangzhou to London at 15h 50m one-way, 2h 58m longer than the 12h 52m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 33

When flying from Guangzhou to London, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Accepted Answer

Beijing Capital (PEK) had the shortest average connection time for Guangzhou to London stopovers at 9h 09m over the past 3 months.

Question 34

How many direct flights run daily between Guangzhou and London?

Accepted Answer

There are 1 to 2 flights per day from Guangzhou to London, about 12 flights per week. Monday has the most departures, with 17% of weekly flights.

Question 35

What time of day do most flights depart from Guangzhou to London?

Accepted Answer

Most direct flights from Guangzhou to London depart in the afternoon, accounting for 50% of direct departures. Around 1 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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