Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

Overview

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is located 17 miles (28km) from central Guangzhou in the southeast of China. It is one of the country's busiest airports. Flights to this airport are available from more than 100 destinations worldwide, including Tokyo, Paris, Amsterdam, Melbourne, Bangkok, Cairo, Dubai, Antananarivo, Doha, and Istanbul, in addition to many cities across China.

The facility is new and modern, but some travellers are disconcerted by the level of apparent chaos inside: food prices fluctuate according to vendor preference, poorly-ventilated smoking areas are located next to child-care rooms, and long queues are hard to escape. Luckily, the airport has been improved substantially in recent years.

Location

The airport is situated 17 miles (28km) from Guangzhou city centre.

Getting to the city

There are 5 Airport Express lines and 6 Airport Non-stop lines to round-trip between airport and downtown. There are also local taxis that transport passengers to and from Guangzhou city.

Time

Local time is GMT +8

Contacts

020 96458

Car rental

Rental cars are available at the airport, or in downtown Guangzhou.

Airport Taxis

There are taxis available at Guangzhou Airport.

Facilities

There is a post office, bank, business centre and information desk at the airport, as well as leather, cosmetics, and local speciality stores. The airport also has dining facilities and a wine and cigarette shop. Special facilities for the disabled are provided.

Parking

There is both covered and uncovered parking at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.

Website

www.baiyunairport.com

Internet

Free wifi is available in the terminal.

Business Lounges

There are business centres located at Gate 3 and in departures areas A and B; they are equipped with phone, fax, and copy services.

Guangzhou Airport Taxis: the taxi fares above are intended as a guideline only.