Guangzhou (Huadu) to London (CAN–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CAN–LHR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 5,901 miles in approximately 12h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 46 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 8 | 77W, 789 | 12h55-13h | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Guangzhou (Huadu)
| Metric | CAN→LHR | SZX→LHR | HKG→LHR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CAN | – | 61 mi | 84 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | 10 | 43 |
| Flight time | 12h 55m | 12h 57m | 14h 4m |
Travel Essentials
CAN: CST · LHR: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Guangzhou (Huadu), it's 10:00 AM in London.
Chinese passport holders need a Standard Visitor visa to enter the UK. Apply online through gov.uk and book a biometrics appointment at a VFS Global centre in China. The 6-month visa costs GBP 115. Longer options: 2-year visa is GBP 400, 5-year is GBP 771, 10-year is GBP 963. Processing takes 3 weeks as standard. Priority service (5 business days) costs an extra GBP 500. Super Priority (next business day) costs GBP 1,000 where available.
You will need a completed online form, passport valid for the duration of your stay, financial documents (6 months of bank statements), proof of accommodation, return flight booking, and evidence of ties to China. Employment letters and payslips are expected for employed applicants. Unlike Schengen, the UK does not require travel insurance as part of the application.
The UK is not part of the Schengen area. A Schengen visa does not allow entry to the UK and vice versa. You need separate applications if visiting both.
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.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
CAN–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAN to LHR
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CAN to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAN to LHR ranges from 12 hours 55 minutes to 13 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,901 miles (9,496 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
46 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 19 hours via BEG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Shenzhen (SZX) and Hong Kong (HKG).