Flying from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is 12 hours 55 minutes.
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-7, making San Francisco 15 hours behind Guangzhou.
Every week, there are three Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board early, jump on the 22:45 China Southern Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 22:45 with China Southern Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your CAN to SFO flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
China Southern Airlines has direct flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in San Francisco — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
China Southern Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating CAN to SFO flights is China Southern Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 77.78% of the time.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CAN and SFO:
Haneda Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is ₹ 39,286. A round-trip ticket is currently ₹ 71,270. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CAN to SFO.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CAN to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Handy information about Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from CAN land on schedule 86.05% of the time.
To reach Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport from central Guangzhou, it takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near CAN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you have a late Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SFO:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond San Francisco's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of San Francisco. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 22ºC. Lock in your flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from CAN to SFO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
You've done San Francisco, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to tick off its popular sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Fresno is another well-known destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No trip is complete without experiencing Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
