Narita to Guangzhou (Huadu) (NRT–CAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

NRT Airport Page →
1,830 mi airlines 10/wk
On-time Some delays Frequent delays
Flight Schedule 4 flights Verified 50m ago
Nonstop 1-Stop 2-Stop Hide separate tickets Hide overnight
  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
CZ8102
CZ China Southern
32Q
2:35 PM
JST TT1
7:10 PM
CST
5h 35m
M T W T F S S
Prices
NH8489
NH All Nippon
76F
8:35 PM
JST
1:15 AM+1
CST
5h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
NH8490
NH All Nippon
76F
2:45 AM
CST
7:50 AM
JST
4h 5m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CZ8101
CZ China Southern
32Q
8:10 AM
CST T2
1:20 PM
JST
4h 10m
M T W T F S S
Prices

No flights match your filters.

No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

1-STOP
2-STOP Loading...
Narita to Guangzhou (Huadu)
2 carriers, 10 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 10 Flights/wk 1,830 mi 5h 35m nonstop -1h behind 48 1-stop hubs

NRT–CAN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. All Nippon Airways and China Southern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,830 miles in approximately 5h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 48 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop NRT–CAN service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
NH All Nippon Airways 6 76F 5h40 Star Alliance
CZ China Southern Airlines 4 32Q 5h35 SkyTeam
Aircraft on this route
32Q Airbus A321neo – CZ
76F Boeing 767 Freighter – NH
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: NH (6 flights/wk, 60%)
SkyTeam: CZ (4 flights/wk, 40%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, NRT to CAN direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
2
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
2
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
10
Outbound / wk
10
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for NRT to CAN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
48
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~45h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
3,003
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Guangzhou (Huadu) from Narita

Nearby airports with service to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.
Metric NRT→CAN HND→CAN
Distance from NRT 37 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 3
Weekly flights 10 35
Flight time 5h 35m 5h 15m
Airports within 200 miles of NRT with service to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Guangzhou (Huadu) is 1 hour behind Narita.
NRT: JST · CAN: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Narita, it's 5:00 PM in Guangzhou (Huadu).
Distance & Flight Time
1,830 mi / 2,945 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 35m to 5h 40m.
Visa & Entry

Japanese passport holders enter China visa-free for up to 30 days under a unilateral policy extended through December 31, 2026. The visa-free entry covers tourism, business, transit, and visiting family or friends. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. For stays beyond 30 days or for work and study, a visa must be obtained from a Chinese embassy or consulate before departure.

Getting to NRT

The Narita Express (N'EX) runs from Tokyo Station to Narita Airport in 60 minutes, with stops at Shinjuku, Shibuya, and Yokohama (¥3,070 one-way from Tokyo; discounted round-trip tickets available). Keisei Skyliner from Ueno takes 41 minutes to Terminal 1 (¥2,570); the faster option from east-side Tokyo. Keisei Limited Express is slower (80 min) but cheaper at ¥1,290.Limousine buses depart from major Tokyo hotels and stations for ¥3,200 and take 75–105 minutes depending on traffic. Taxis are extremely expensive (¥20,000–30,000+); avoid unless cost is no concern. The airport is 60 km from central Tokyo.

Getting from CAN

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).

Guangzhou (Huadu) Climate

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.

NRT–CAN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Narita to Guangzhou (Huadu) route.
Route details
Distance1,830 mi / 2,945 km
Flight time5h 35m to 5h 40m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights10 out / 10 return
1-stop connections48 hubs
Origin: NRT
IATA / ICAONRT / RJAA
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Passengers/yr40.8M
Elevation141 ft / 43 m
Destination: CAN
IATA / ICAOCAN / ZGGG
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.4M
Elevation50 ft / 15 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about NRT to CAN flights.
Nonstop flights from Narita International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport take approximately 5h 35m to 5h 40m. The route covers 1,830 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: China Southern Airlines and All Nippon Airways.
There are approximately 10 nonstop flights per week from NRT to CAN. The return direction has about 10 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through WUH, NKG, CJU, XIY, KIX, TSN, DLC, HRB, NGB, HKG, NTG, DPS, TFU, HGH, CKG, PER, XMN, PVG, FOC, MNL, TPE, SGN, HAK, ICN, SIN, KUL, MEL, BKK, SHE, HAN, PEK, CGQ, CGK, BNE, DOH, AMS, YYZ, DEL, LAX, MAD, DXB, AKL, YVR, SFO, ORD, CAI, IST and FRA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Guangzhou (Huadu) is 1 hour behind Narita.
Yes, return flights from CAN to NRT are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include HND. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from NRT to CAN

Narita International Airport (NRT) and Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines and All Nippon Airways. With 10 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

NRT to CAN Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from NRT to CAN ranges from 5 hours 35 minutes to 5 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,830 miles (2,945 km). There are approximately 10 weekly flights outbound and 10 return, totaling 20 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

48 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via WUH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tokyo (HND).