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Your Guide to Guangzhou Airport: Transportation, Amenities & Maps
Getting ready to fly to Guangzhou Airport? Don’t worry—Trip.com has you covered! Here you’ll find an ultra-comprehensive overview of Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) facilities and transportation tips, plus recommended Guangzhou hotels and must-visit attractions—it’s basically your ultimate Guangzhou airport guide!
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Guangzhou Airport Overview
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Since it was built in 1932, Baiyun Airport has been the airport world’s tireless overachiever, constantly upgrading and expanding. After relocating to a new site in 2004, it kicked expansion into high gear: a third runway, the T2 terminal—and the T3 terminal is slated for completion in 2025!
As of 2024, Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport’s route network covers 233 destinations worldwide, nearly 90 of them international or regional—with particularly strong coverage across countries along the "Belt and Road."
Guangzhou Airport Layout
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Baiyun Airport’s Terminal 1 mainly serves domestic flights and some international/Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan flights. It’s divided into Area A (domestic departures/arrivals) and Area B (international/Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan flights), with facilities including check-in, security screening, boarding gates, and a commercial area.
Terminal 2, which opened in 2018 and is dedicated to flights operated by China Southern, China Eastern, and others, features more modern facilities, more brand-name shops and rest areas, and is connected to T1 by metro or shuttle bus, with a ride of about 10 minutes.
The airport is super thoughtful—it has everything you could possibly need! Places to eat and drink, shops to browse, and there’s even a duty-free shop for a full-on shopping spree. Traveling with kids? No worries: there’s a kids’ play area and a baby care room. Best of all, the metro is super convenient—you can be in downtown Guangzhou in just 30 minutes!
Guangzhou Airport Transportation
Credit: from wikipedia | Guangzhou Metro Line 3
Transportation Options | Pick-up and drop-off points | Hours of Operation/Fees |
Subway | T1: Line 3 Northern Extension "Airport South Station" T2: Line 3 North Extension "Airport North Station" | At Airport South metro station, the first train arrives at 06:10 and the last at 23:00; on Metro Line 3’s North Extension, the first train arrives at 06:52 and the last at 23:42. |
Taxi | T1: Outside Gate A9 in Area A, P5 Parking Lot in Area B T2: Outside Gate 53 on the GTC east side, and outside Gate 50 on the west side | Daytime: Starting fare is 12 yuan for 2.5 km, then 2.6 yuan per km. |
Airport Bus | Line 1: Airport → Guangzhou Train Station Line 2, Route A: Airport → Huadu | Line 1: 5:00 until the last flight, every 15-30 minutes Line 2 A Branch: Covering the suburban areas |
Airport Transfers | Airport transfer service where you can choose your own destination, with dedicated private car pick-up and drop-off. | Prices typically include free waiting time and the ride fare. |
Guangzhou Airport Red-Eye / Late-Night Flight Transportation
Red-eye flight? Late-night flight? Don’t worry—Guangzhou Airport’s late-night transportation has you covered! You can hop on a night bus (like the Night 79 route!), or rent a car and drive yourself. The Transportation Center offers 24-hour service, perfect for splitting costs with a group.
Guangzhou Airport Facilities
Credit: from the Shutterwhale | Dining Options from the Lounge at CAN
Category | Facilities & Services | Notes / Locations |
Dining | • Cafes & Bakeries • Fast Food • Chinese & Asian Restaurants • International Cuisine • Bars & Pubs | Available in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Options range from quick bites to sit-down meals. |
Shopping | • Duty-Free Shops • Luxury Brands • Convenience Stores • Bookstores & Newsstands • Local Souvenirs | Duty-free is a major feature. You can find everything from travel essentials to high-end goods. |
Services | • Free Wi-Fi • Currency Exchange • ATMs • Luggage Storage & Wrapping • Post Office | Wi-Fi covers all terminals. Currency exchange and ATMs are available in arrival and departure halls. |
Accessibility | • Accessible Restrooms • Elevators & Ramps • Wheelchair Assistance | Request wheelchair service from your airline in advance. |
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Recommended Attractions in Guangzhou
Attraction | Highlights | Ticket Price (USD) |
488m outdoor observation deck for the highest outdoor viewing platform in Guangzhou; 460m bubble tram for a 20-minute ride in transparent crystal cabins; night illuminations for a fantastic snap | From $19 | |
Iconic skyline views; theme cruise options with traditional Chinese song and dance performances | From $5.35 | |
Various theme parks with rides and entertainment suitable for all ages; evening fireworks show; Chimelong Ocean Kingdom to see a huge population of marine animals | From $13.37 |
Reviews of Top Things to Do in Guangzhou
Canton Tower
4.6/5
8023 reviewsIt is very convenient to book your itinerary for the day on the same day, and you can go up by redeeming your physical ticket at the west gate! Next time you can also book tickets on Trip.com without having to look around! The environment above the Canton Tower is 10% beautiful, and the night view is also very splendid, the entire Pearl River can be seen 10% clearly!
Pearl River Night Cruise
4.5/5
2135 reviewsI enjoyed the cruise. We booked the third deck. The weather was wonderful, with a light breeze. Keep in mind that each ticket has its own seat. A bottle of water and a bag of snacks were already on the table when you boarded. The only downside was the very loud Chinese people! The photo shows the first and second decks.
Guangzhou Chimelong Tourist Resort
4.7/5
1705 reviewsA very beautiful, gorgeous park! There's a safari train and a cable car! There are lots of animals, and they're all beautiful! We really enjoyed it! Beautiful nature and very clean! There are various shows for children, carousels, and swings!
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