Travelling from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN): what you need to know
Around 13 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Guangzhou Airport.
Guangzhou's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Guangzhou seven hours ahead of Madrid.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your MAD to CAN flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
China Southern is your ticket to exploring Guangzhou (and perhaps some other great parts of China!). Check out the direct flights from Madrid Airport to Guangzhou Airport offered by this popular airline.
China Southern is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
China Southern is the most punctual carrier operating MAD to CAN flights.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madrid Airport to Guangzhou Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAD and CAN:
Istanbul Airport
Beijing Capital Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
At the moment, $590 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Madrid Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,000. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAD to CAN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from Madrid Airport to Guangzhou Airport.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MAD to CAN.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Madrid Airport to Guangzhou Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
Of the departures from Madrid Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
Madrid Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near MAD? If you've booked an early flight from Madrid Airport to Guangzhou Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
Book a hotel near CAN if you're taking a late Madrid Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Drive into your next adventure with a Guangzhou Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Guangzhou's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Guangzhou Airport around two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Madrid Airport to Guangzhou Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Guangzhou based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Guangzhou is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Madrid Airport to Guangzhou Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MAD to CAN sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
Guangzhou has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of China you should also see. Around 105 kilometres south-east of Guangzhou, a trip to Shenzhen will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes.
Dongguan is another must-experience destination in China and is around 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. No trip is complete without experiencing Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park.