Travelling from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Tokyo and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 55 minutes.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is located in Guangzhou. Operating on the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is 1 hour ahead of Guangzhou.
The busiest route is from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Haneda Airport (HND). Choose from 39 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CAN to HND is the 08:15 China Southern service. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 15:05 with ANA (All Nippon Airways).
To ensure you catch your flight from CAN to Tokyo, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Direct flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Tokyo are available for booking. Haneda Airport (HND) is where you'll be landing.
There's a good selection of carriers that offer direct flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Tokyo, including:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from CAN to Tokyo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
To visit Japan for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from China. However, visa rules can change and you may need further documentation depending on the purpose and length of your visit. Always check the most recent guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Tokyo.
To get to CAN from central Guangzhou, it takes around 36 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel close to CAN? If you've booked an early flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Tokyo, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Tokyo
P6,500 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Tokyo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P11,435. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Book 10 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CAN to Tokyo.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Tokyo. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is around 16 kilometres from central Tokyo. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near HND:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The centre of Tokyo is about 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). Once your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Tokyo has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 58 minutes.
After your flight from CAN to Tokyo, settle in at a hotel near NRT. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Tokyo
June is the most popular month to catch a flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Tokyo while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Tokyo, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before booking a flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Tokyo, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 15ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap flights from CAN to Tokyo sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Tokyo
Once you've booked your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Tokyo, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are essential stops on your Tokyo itinerary.
Complete your Tokyo trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Tokyo and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Tokyo.