Darwin to Guangzhou (Huadu) (DRW–CAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
DRW–CAN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,745 miles in approximately 6h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 2 | 7M8 | 6h25 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
DRW: ACST · CAN: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Darwin, it's 4.5:00 PM in Guangzhou (Huadu).
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.
DRW–CAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DRW to CAN
Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin (DRW) and Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
DRW to CAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DRW to CAN is about 6 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,745 miles (4,417 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Singapore Changi, Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai and Perth. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.