Guangzhou (Huadu) to San Francisco (CAN–SFO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CAN–SFO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 6,885 miles in approximately 12h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 33 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 2 | 77W | 12h20 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach San Francisco from Guangzhou (Huadu)
| Metric | CAN→SFO | HKG→SFO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from CAN | – | 84 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 35 |
| Flight time | 12h 20m | 11h 58m |
Travel Essentials
CAN: CST · SFO: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Guangzhou (Huadu), it's 3:00 AM in San Francisco.
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.
BART from SFO station (free AirTrain from any terminal to the station) to downtown San Francisco takes 30–40 minutes ($10.45 to Embarcadero). Traffic on 101 can make taxis and ride-hails much slower during peak hours; BART skips all of that. BART also reaches Oakland, Berkeley, and Millbrae for Caltrain connections.Ride-hails from SFO use a dedicated garage pickup area; follow signs. Taxis are metered; downtown SF costs $40–60. Caltrain to the Peninsula (Mountain View, Palo Alto, San Jose) requires taking BART to Millbrae station for the transfer. Rental cars are at a consolidated facility accessible by AirTrain.
Coastal fog dominates the climate pattern. The thick marine layer ("Karl the Fog") rolls into SFO from the Pacific regularly in summer (June–September), causing significant low-visibility delays even on days that appear sunny inland. Morning fog burns off by afternoon most days, but persistent IFR conditions can last all day. This is the primary flight disruption risk at SFO.
Temperatures are mild year-round (10–20°C) with little seasonal variation. Winters bring rain (December–March) and occasional atmospheric river events that cause brief but intense flooding on the 101. Summers are cool. Pack a light jacket year-round. Wind off the bay affects small aircraft approach paths.
CAN–SFO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAN to SFO
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CAN to SFO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAN to SFO ranges from 12 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 6,885 miles (11,080 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
33 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 Hong Kong (HKG).