Guangzhou (Huadu) to Madrid (CAN–MAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
CAN–MAD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 6,447 miles in approximately 14h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 7 | 789 | 14h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Madrid from Guangzhou (Huadu)
| Metric | CAN→MAD | SZX→MAD | HKG→MAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CAN | – | 61 mi | 84 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 1 | 8 |
| Flight time | 14h 30m | 13h 50m | 14h 30m |
Travel Essentials
CAN: CST · MAD: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Guangzhou (Huadu), it's 12:00 PM in Madrid.
Chinese passport holders need a Schengen visa to enter Spain. Apply at the Spanish embassy or a BLS International visa centre in China. The short-stay visa costs EUR 80 and allows stays up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Processing takes 10 to 15 calendar days.
Required documents include a completed application form, two recent passport photos, travel medical insurance with EUR 30,000 minimum coverage, flight reservation, hotel bookings or invitation letter, and proof of financial means. Bank statements from the last 3 months are required. Employment verification with salary details is expected for employed applicants. Passport must have at least 3 months validity beyond the planned Schengen departure date and 2 blank pages.
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.
Metro Line 8 from T1/T2/T3 to Nuevos Ministerios takes 12–15 minutes (€6 with airport supplement). T4 travelers take the free inter-terminal shuttle to T2 first. Cercanías C-1 from T4 to Atocha (€2.60, 25 min) is cheaper. Taxis to the city centre have a €30 fixed tariff.
Rental car agencies are at T4. Express Aeropuerto buses run 24 hours to Avenida de América (€5, 25–40 min). Ride-hail apps (Cabify, Uber) typically cost €25–40 depending on destination.
Hot semi-arid climate at 600m altitude. Summers are hot and dry (30–38°C) with almost no rain and very low humidity. Heat rarely disrupts flights but ground crews work in extreme heat. Winters are cold for a southern European capital (1–9°C) with occasional snow. MAD handles light snow well but heavy falls can close runways.
Spring and autumn are pleasant (12–20°C) and offer the most stable weather. Dust storms from the Sahara occasionally reduce visibility in spring. No fog risk comparable to northern European airports.
CAN–MAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAN to MAD
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CAN to MAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAN to MAD is about 14 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 6,447 miles (10,375 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 18 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, Frankfurt Main and London Stansted. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Shenzhen (SZX) and Hong Kong (HKG).