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There are currently no direct flight routes available from London airports to Guangzhou Airport. However, you can find flight routes to Guangzhou that only involve a single stopover when you book flights from London Heathrow or from London Gatwick. Airlines that operate these routes include Japan Airlines, British Airways and China Airlines.

Want to make your departure run more smoothly? All five of London’s airports are major travel hubs and there are often long queues at security and check-in areas. Affordable fast-track security options are available at London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Luton, and London Stansted. However, there is no fast-track security service in operation at Luton Airport.

Self-service check-in kiosks can save you time when you arrive at the airport. Some airlines offer self-service options at London airports. Passengers flying to Guangzhou with British Airways can use check-in kiosks at Gatwick Airport or Heathrow. London City Airport also offers a self-operated bag-tagging service. These services are not available at Luton or Stansted.

Guangzhou airport has plenty of restaurants where you can stop for a bite to eat after your journey. Passengers arriving at Guangzhou airport will find a range of both western foods and traditional Chinese foods. There are also a number of fast-food restaurants and snack bars if you want to grab something quick on the go.

Pullman Baiyun Airport Guangzhou Hotel provides on-site accommodation for those arriving at the airport. The hotel provides comfortable, modern suites and luxury amenities, including an on-site spa, swimming pool, gym, and conference centre. There are also four premium restaurants situated inside the hotel.

Yes, Guangzhou airport is well-connected to Guangzhou city centre. The Airport South Metro Station on Line 3 is located directly beneath the main terminal building and regularly transfers passengers from the airport to the city centre. This journey takes around half an hour. Subway fares are charged according to distance. Taxis also operate outside the airport, but fares are less affordable than the subway.

Among airlines operating London to Guangzhou flights:

• China Southern: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Only China Southern operates flights between London and Guangzhou.

Flights from London to Guangzhou may depart from 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). Flights usually arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN).

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
• Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

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

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £464 return via Xi'an Xianyang (XIY), compared with £694 for direct.

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

• Beijing Capital (PEK) – 28% of one-stop connections
• Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 20% of one-stop connections
• Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 9% of one-stop connections
• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 9% of one-stop connections

Beijing Capital (PEK) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 10% on the London to Guangzhou route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £608 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £673, a difference of £66. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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 London to Guangzhou route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 36 minutes.

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

Some of the most popular sights in Guangzhou are Baima Clothing Wholesale Market, Huaisheng Mosque, and Yuexiu Park. These are among the most viewed places in Guangzhou on KAYAK.

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

• Earliest: departs at 09:50 and lands at 21:39
• Latest: departs at 22:10 and lands at 09:59.

The flight takes about 11h 49m.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 9% above the route average of £626. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A direct flight from London to Guangzhou takes 11h 49m, covering 5,883 miles.

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.

One-way fares from London to Guangzhou are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £306, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

China Southern is the only airline operating London to Guangzhou flights. 90% of its flights are on time.

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 25m, compared to 16h 30m via Beijing Capital (PEK) and 16h 43m via Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX).

Guangzhou is 7 hours ahead of London (China Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Return flights from London to Guangzhou range from £533 to £769, with an average of £626 over the past 12 months. Anything below £533 counts as a good deal.