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Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

IATA CAN ICAO ZGGG Large Airport Scheduled Service

Location

Airport Information

City

Guangzhou (Huadu)

Country

🇨🇳 China

Continent

AS

Coordinates

23,3924, 113,2990

Elevation

50 ft (15 m)

Runways

Ident Length Width Surface Lighted
02L/20R 12 467 ft (3 800 m) 197 ft ASP Yes
02R/20L 12 467 ft (3 800 m) 197 ft CON Yes
01R/19L 11 811 ft (3 600 m) 148 ft CON Yes
03/21 11 811 ft (3 600 m) 148 ft CON Yes
01L/19R 11 155 ft (3 400 m) 148 ft CONC Yes

Aviation Terms

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to the city center?
Metro Line 3 (North Extension) connects the airport to central Guangzhou. The journey to Tianhe Coach Terminal takes about 45 minutes and costs CNY 7. Trains run from 6:10 AM to 11:00 PM. Express buses also run to various city points, and a taxi to downtown costs approximately CNY 100-150 depending on traffic.
How many terminals does Guangzhou Airport have?
Guangzhou Baiyun Airport has two terminals. Terminal 1 serves most domestic carriers, while Terminal 2 handles China Southern Airlines and its SkyTeam partners, plus most international flights. The two terminals are connected by a free shuttle bus and an underground automated people mover.
Which airlines have a hub at Guangzhou Airport?
China Southern Airlines, the largest airline in Asia by fleet size, operates its primary hub from Terminal 2. China Southern is a member of the SkyTeam alliance and offers extensive connections throughout Asia, Africa, and Oceania from CAN.
Can I take a high-speed train from Guangzhou Airport?
Guangzhou Baiyun Airport has a high-speed railway station integrated into Terminal 2. Trains on the Guangzhou-Zhuhai intercity line connect the airport to Guangzhou South Railway Station and other cities in the Pearl River Delta. This makes air-rail transfers convenient for passengers heading to Shenzhen, Zhuhai, or Hong Kong.
Is there free Wi-Fi at Guangzhou Airport?
Yes, both terminals offer free Wi-Fi. International travelers can register using passport scanning at self-service kiosks. Chinese mobile users authenticate via SMS. The connection provides adequate speed for browsing and messaging apps.