Travelling from Algiers Airport (ALG) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Algiers Airport to Guangzhou Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 12 hours 50 minutes.
Guangzhou is seven hours ahead of Algiers and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
You can choose from three weekly Algiers Airport to Guangzhou Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your ALG to CAN flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Air Algerie is your gateway to exploring Guangzhou (and perhaps some other exciting corners of China!). Check out the direct flights from Algiers Airport to Guangzhou Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most passengers choose to travel with Air Algerie on this route.
Among carriers operating ALG to CAN flights, Air Algerie has the best record for on-time arrivals.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Algiers Airport to Guangzhou Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ALG and CAN include:
Istanbul Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Hamad International Airport
Handy information about Algiers Airport (ALG)
Algiers Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Algiers. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to ALG? If you've booked an early flight from Algiers Airport to Guangzhou Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
Consider booking a hotel near CAN if you have a late Algiers Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Start your adventure sooner with a Guangzhou Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Guangzhou that most tourists miss.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Guangzhou Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou
CAN is located at Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Guangzhou. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Algiers Airport to Guangzhou Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Guangzhou based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Algiers Airport to Guangzhou Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Guangzhou, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ALG to CAN sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
You've done Guangzhou, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey around 105 kilometres south-east to Shenzhen to check off its must-visit sights. From Huangshan Mountain to The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in China, head for Dongguan, about 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park are among its highlights.
