Flying from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
A direct flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport takes on average 12 hours 52 minutes. The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is 15 hours behind Guangzhou.
Flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport start at 21:30 — the first with China Southern Airlines. The latest flight in the day is the 23:50 option with China Southern Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 6 weekly services between CAN and LAX.
Popular months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.
Flying into Los Angeles (and then exploring more of United States!) is simple with China Southern Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
If you want to break up your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the CAN - LAX route are:
Narita International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Haneda Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from CAN to LAX, check whether you need a visa to enter United States. Visa and travel document requirements can differ and are updated frequently. For the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
RM1,502 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Return flights start at RM2,305. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To snag cheap tickets from CAN to LAX, book your journey 9 months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from CAN to LAX. There's no need to check every day to find out if airfares have fallen. We'll notify you when there's a change in price.
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Handy information about Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Central Guangzhou to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 36 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
After a handy hotel close to CAN? If you've booked an early flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you have a late flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 32 minutes.
It takes around 54 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The quietest month for a flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Los Angeles during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CAN to LAX in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
Once you've locked in your flights from CAN to LAX, you'll want to find a hotel in Los Angeles. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Los Angeles.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is another international airport for travelling to and from Los Angeles. It could be a cheaper or easier option depending on your plans, so it's worth considering.
Complete your Los Angeles trip with hotels and a car rental
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