Guangzhou (Huadu) to Los Angeles (CAN–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CAN–LAX is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 7,220 miles in approximately 12h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 34 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 5 | 77W | 12h40 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Guangzhou (Huadu)
| Metric | CAN→LAX | SZX→LAX | HKG→LAX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CAN | – | 61 mi | 84 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 5 | 10 | 37 |
| Flight time | 12h 40m | 11h 35m | 11h 56m |
Travel Essentials
CAN: CST · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Guangzhou (Huadu), it's 3:00 AM in Los Angeles.
Chinese passport holders require a B1/B2 visa for tourism or business travel to the United States. The visa is typically issued for 10 years with multiple entries, allowing stays of up to 180 days per visit. An in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate is required, and the application fee is US $185. Holders of 10-year B visas must also enroll in EVUS (Electronic Visa Update System) every two years before travel.
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.
LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.
Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.
CAN–LAX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAN to LAX
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CAN to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAN to LAX ranges from 12 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 7,220 miles (11,618 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 20 return, totaling 25 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
34 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via CMH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Shenzhen (SZX) and Hong Kong (HKG).