Guangzhou (Huadu) to Penang (CAN–PEN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CAN–PEN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines and Spring Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,522 miles in approximately 3h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 24 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: MH | 21 | 32Q | 3h55-4h10 | – | SkyTeam | MH |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Penang from Guangzhou (Huadu)
| Metric | CAN→PEN | SZX→PEN | HKG→PEN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CAN | – | 61 mi | 84 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 42 | 18 | 53 |
| Flight time | 3h 55m | 3h 21m | 3h 40m |
Travel Essentials
CAN: CST · PEN: +08
When it's 6:00 PM in Guangzhou (Huadu), it's 6:00 PM in Penang.
Chinese passport holders enter Malaysia visa-free for up to 30 days per visit under a bilateral agreement effective since July 2025. The cumulative stay must not exceed 90 days within any 180-day period. Permitted purposes include tourism, business, and family visits. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Employment and study still require a visa obtained in advance.
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–PEN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAN to PEN
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) and Penang International Airport (PEN) are connected by nonstop service from Spring Airlines and China Southern Airlines. With 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CAN to PEN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAN to PEN ranges from 3 hours 55 minutes to 4 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,522 miles (2,449 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 77 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
24 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via CKG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Shenzhen (SZX) and Hong Kong (HKG).