Manila (Pasay) to Guangzhou (Huadu) (MNL–CAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MNL–CAN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines and Cebu Pacific lead the route. The flight covers 794 miles in approximately 2h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 26 | 738, 7M8 | 2h33-2h40 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| 5J Cebu Pacific | 7 | 321, 32Q | 2h15-2h35 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
MNL: PST · CAN: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Manila (Pasay), it's 6:00 PM in Guangzhou (Huadu).
No rail service currently connects the airport to Manila; the upcoming Metro Rail Transit extension is under construction. A metered taxi or ride-share is the most reliable option; Grab from Makati or BGC costs ₱200–400 but traffic can extend travel time to 60–90 minutes during peak hours.Airport-accredited yellow taxis are available at the metered taxi queue outside each terminal; flag fall ₱70. The NAIA Expressway toll road (₱110–165) significantly cuts travel time from the south. Budget 2–3 hours from the northern suburbs during rush hour.
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.
MNL–CAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MNL to CAN
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) and Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines and Cebu Pacific. With 33 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MNL to CAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MNL to CAN is about 2 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 794 miles (1,278 km). There are approximately 33 weekly flights outbound and 30 return, totaling 63 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hong Kong, Xiamen Gaoqi and Taiwan Taoyuan. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.