What is the IATA code for Guangzhou Airport?

The IATA code for Baiyun is CAN.

Which airlines fly from Guangzhou Airport?

Airlines at Baiyun include China Southern Airlines.

Baiyun (CAN) in Guangzhou, China. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.

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Q: How to reach Guangzhou Airport from the city?

Metro/Rail: Guangzhou Metro Line 3 connects the airport to the city center. The Airport North and Airport South stations serve Terminals 2 and 1, respectively. Trains run every few minutes. The fare to the city center is approximately ¥7-8. Travel time to the city center is about 45 minutes. Bus: Airport Express buses operate to various locations in Guangzhou. Several routes are available, including Route 1 to downtown. The fare is approximately ¥20-30. Taxi/Cab: Taxis are readily available outside both terminals. A taxi to the city center costs approximately ¥100-150. Ride-hailing services like Didi Chuxing are also available. Distance: Approximately 32 km from the city center. Travel time is about 40 minutes without traffic and 60-90 minutes during peak hours.

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Baiyun International Airport, Renhe Town, Baiyun District, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China

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ℹ️ About Baiyun

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport opened in 2004, replacing the old Baiyun Airport. It is operated by Guangdong Airport Authority.

In 2019, the airport handled approximately 73.38 million passengers, making it one of the busiest airports in China. Its IATA code is CAN.

The airport continues to expand to accommodate growing passenger traffic.

🏢 Terminals

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport has two terminals. Terminal 1 handles both domestic and international flights and has three concourses (A, B, and C).

Concourse A and B are for domestic flights, while Concourse C is for international flights. Terminal 2 also handles both domestic and international flights and has four concourses (D, E, F, and G).

Concourse D and E are for domestic flights, while Concourse F and G are for international flights. The total terminal area is 1.42 million square meters.

The airport has a capacity of 80 million passengers per year. Terminal 2 opened in April 2018.

🚗 How to Reach Guangzhou Airport

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Metro/Rail

Guangzhou Metro Line 3 connects the airport to the city center. The Airport North and Airport South stations serve Terminals 2 and 1, respectively. Trains run every few minutes. The fare to the city center is approximately ¥7-8. Travel time to the city center is about 45 minutes.

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Bus

Airport Express buses operate to various locations in Guangzhou. Several routes are available, including Route 1 to downtown. The fare is approximately ¥20-30.

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Taxi/Cab

Taxis are readily available outside both terminals. A taxi to the city center costs approximately ¥100-150. Ride-hailing services like Didi Chuxing are also available.

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Distance

Approximately 32 km from the city center. Travel time is about 40 minutes without traffic and 60-90 minutes during peak hours.

🛎️ Airport Facilities

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Lounges

China Southern Airlines First Class Lounge, China Southern Airlines Business Class Lounge, and Baiyun Airport Premium Lounge are available. Locations vary by terminal (domestic/international). Access is typically through airline status, lounge membership, or paid access.

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Food & Dining

Numerous restaurants and cafes are available, including McDonald's, Starbucks, and various Chinese restaurants. Several 24-hour options are available in both terminals.

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Shopping

Duty-free stores are available in the international areas of both terminals. Retail brands include Gucci, Prada, and Hermès. Bookstores and souvenir shops are also present.

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Connectivity

Free WiFi is available throughout the airport. Connect to the "Airport Free WiFi" network.

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Banking

ATMs are located throughout both terminals. Currency exchange counters are available in the international areas.

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Medical

Medical centers are located in both terminals, providing 24-hour service.

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Other

Prayer rooms, children's play areas, and smoking zones are available.

🅿️ Parking

Short-term, long-term, and VIP parking options are available. Short-term parking rates are ¥8 per hour. Daily rates range from ¥40-80 depending on the parking area. Pre-booking is not widely available.

✈️ Airlines at Guangzhou Airport 1 airlines

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💡 Tips for Travellers

Use the Guangzhou Metro Line 3 to travel to and from the airport for a cost-effective and efficient journey.

Download a translation app if you don't speak Mandarin, as English signage may be limited in some areas.

Purchase an Octopus card (Yang Cheng Tong) for easy payment on public transport.

Be aware that taxi drivers may not speak English, so have your destination written in Chinese to show them.

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