Guangzhou (Huadu) to Dubai(Jebel Ali) (CAN–DWC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CAN–DWC is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 3,638 miles in approximately 8h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 15 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 4 | 77F | 8h10-9h10 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Dubai(Jebel Ali) from Guangzhou (Huadu)
| Metric | CAN→DWC | SZX→DWC | HKG→DWC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CAN | – | 61 mi | 84 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 4 | 3 | 11 |
| Flight time | 8h 10m | 8h 10m | 8h |
Travel Essentials
CAN: CST · DWC: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in Guangzhou (Huadu), it's 2:00 PM in Dubai(Jebel Ali).
Chinese passport holders get visa-free entry to the UAE for stays up to 30 days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months. This visa-free arrangement started in January 2018. You receive a free entry stamp at immigration with no advance application needed.
The 30-day stay can be extended once for an additional 30 days at the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship offices. The extension fee is AED 600 (about CNY 1,200). For work or long-term stays, your UAE sponsor or employer must arrange the visa. Each emirate handles immigration separately, but the visa-free entry works at all UAE airports.
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.
CAN–DWC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAN to DWC
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CAN to DWC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAN to DWC ranges from 8 hours 10 minutes to 9 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,638 miles (5,855 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 16 hours via JED. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Shenzhen (SZX) and Hong Kong (HKG).