Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) to Guangzhou (Huadu) (CDG–CAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CDG–CAN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines and Air China lead the route. The flight covers 5,876 miles in approximately 11h 40m. 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 | 77W | 11h40 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| CA Air China | 0 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CDG: CEST · CAN: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise), it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Guangzhou (Huadu).
French passport holders enter China visa-free for stays up to 30 days. This unilateral exemption covers tourism, business, family visits, and transit, and runs through at least December 31, 2026. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. You cannot convert this entry to a work or residence permit once inside the country. Overstays are fined 500 CNY per day.
RER B train runs from central Paris (Châtelet–Les Halles, Gare du Nord) to CDG T2 in 30–35 minutes (€11.80, RATP fare). From T2, a free CDGVAL people mover covers T1 and T3. Train frequency is every 10–15 minutes; service runs from around 5am to midnight.
Taxis from Paris have a fixed fare: €55 to the Right Bank (most of central Paris), €65 to the Left Bank. Journey time is 30–60 minutes depending on traffic on the A1. Ride-hail (Uber, Bolt) is often cheaper. Buses (Le Bus Direct) run from major Left Bank and Right Bank stops (€17).
Metro Line 3 North Extension connects T1 and T2 to the city centre (30–40 min, ¥8–10). Trains run until around midnight. Airport shuttle buses serve Guangzhou East, Tianhe Coach Terminal, and other zones (¥26–36, 40–70 min).Taxis from the arrivals area use a meter; Guangzhou city centre costs ¥80–130 with highway tolls added. DiDi ride-hail is widely available and typically costs less. High-speed rail connections to Shenzhen, Hong Kong, and other Pearl River Delta cities are available from Guangzhou South station (metro transfer required).
Subtropical monsoon climate. Summers are long, hot, and extremely humid (28–35°C from May–September) with heavy rain and typhoon risk. Tropical storms regularly cause cancellations in July and August. Winters are mild and dry (8–18°C) with some fog in January–February that can delay departures.
Spring (March–April) is warm but wet with persistent drizzle. Autumn (October–November) is the most comfortable period with lower humidity and clear skies. Air quality varies. Pollution combined with humidity creates haze that occasionally reduces visibility.
CDG–CAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CDG to CAN
Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) and Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines and Air China. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CDG to CAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CDG to CAN is about 11 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,876 miles (9,456 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, London Gatwick and London Heathrow. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.