Guangzhou (Huadu) to Darwin (CAN–DRW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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CZ China Southern
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 9 hubs
SIN Singapore 10h 45m 9CCZET → AIAYEK Singapore (SIN) to Darwin flights
ADL Adelaide 14h 55m CZQF → 6EEKJQ Adelaide (ADL) to Darwin flights
BNE Brisbane 14h 55m CZ → 6ECXCZ Brisbane (BNE) to Darwin flights
SYD Sydney (Mascot) 15h 5m 3UCZQF → 6EFJJL Sydney (Mascot) (SYD) to Darwin flights
MEL Melbourne 15h 13m CZQF → 6EAICZ Melbourne (MEL) to Darwin flights
DPS Kuta, Badung 15h 15m 8BCZ → JQKLQF Kuta, Badung (DPS) to Darwin flights
PER Perth 22h 35m CZQF → CXEKMH Perth (PER) to Darwin flights
KUL Sepang ~10h 55m 9CAKAQ → Sepang (KUL) to Darwin flights
CGK Jakarta ~12h 28m 8B9CCZ → FJ Jakarta (CGK) to Darwin flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Guangzhou (Huadu) to Darwin
1 carrier, 2 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 2,745 mi 6h 25m nonstop +1.5h ahead

CAN–DRW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,745 miles in approximately 6h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.

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All flights from Darwin (DRW) Darwin to Guangzhou (Huadu) flights
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop CAN–DRW service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
CZ China Southern Airlines 2 7M8 6h25 – SkyTeam –
Aircraft on this route
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – CZ
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: CZ (2 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, CAN to DRW direction.
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Tue
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Wed
1
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Thu
0
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Fri
1
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Sat
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Sun
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Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
2
Outbound / wk
2
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CAN to DRW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
9
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
SIN ~10h 45m KUL ~10h 55m CGK ~12h 28m ADL ~14h 55m BNE ~14h 55m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
256
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1.5h
Darwin is 1.5 hours ahead of Guangzhou (Huadu).
CAN: CST · DRW: ACST

When it's 6:00 PM in Guangzhou (Huadu), it's 7.5:00 PM in Darwin.
Distance & Flight Time
2,745 mi / 4,417 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 6h 25m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders need a visa to enter Australia. The most common option is the Visitor visa (subclass 600), which costs AUD 190 and allows stays up to 3, 6, or 12 months. Apply online through immi.homeaffairs.gov.au. Processing takes 20 to 30 days for the tourist stream, but can be longer during busy periods.

Required documents include proof of funds, travel itinerary, employment letter, and bank statements. If you have family in Australia, an invitation letter helps. Australia also offers a 10-year frequent traveler visa (subclass 600) for Chinese nationals at AUD 1,085, with each stay capped at 3 months. All applicants may need to provide biometrics at the Australian Visa Application Centre in their city. Health examinations are required for stays over 3 months.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to CAN

Metro Line 3 North Extension runs directly to T1 and T2 from Tianhe and the city centre (30–40 min from Guangzhou East station, ¥8–10). Road traffic in Guangzhou is consistently heavy; the metro avoids it.Airport shuttle buses depart from multiple city zones including the Civil Aviation ticket office in Liuhua (¥26, 40–60 min). Taxis cost ¥80–130 from the urban core and take 40–70 minutes depending on which ring road is moving. DiDi is cheaper and widely used.

Facts

CAN–DRW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Guangzhou (Huadu) to Darwin route.
Route details
Distance2,745 mi / 4,417 km
Flight time6h 25m
Time difference+1.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights2 out / 2 return
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: CAN
Full nameGuangzhou Baiyun International Airport
IATA / ICAOCAN / ZGGG
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.4M
Elevation50 ft / 15 m
Destination: DRW
Full nameDarwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin
IATA / ICAODRW / YPDN
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin
Passengers/yr1.8M
Elevation103 ft / 31 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CAN to DRW flights.
Nonstop flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin take about 6h 25m gate to gate. The route covers 2,745 miles.
1 airline operates flights from CAN to DRW: China Southern Airlines.
This route has limited weekly service. Check the schedule above for departure days and times in each direction.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Singapore Changi, Adelaide and Brisbane.
Darwin is 1.5 hours ahead of Guangzhou (Huadu).
Yes, return flights from DRW to CAN are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CAN to DRW

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) and Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin (DRW) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

CAN to DRW Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CAN to DRW is about 6 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,745 miles (4,417 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Singapore Changi, Adelaide and Brisbane. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.