Flying from Yichang Airport (YIH) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Yichang Airport to Guangzhou Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Yichang and Guangzhou are in the same timezone, UTC+8.
Each week, there are 19 Yichang Airport to Guangzhou Airport flights. To get going early, opt for the 06:55 China Southern Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 23:40 with 9 Air Co.
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 board your YIH to CAN flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Jetting into Guangzhou (and then seeing more of China!) is a breeze with China Southern. This popular airline offers direct flights from Yichang Airport to Guangzhou Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is China Southern.
China Southern is a leader in on-time performance for YIH to CAN flights, with 82.91% of services landing as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Yichang Airport (YIH) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
Right now, $279 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Yichang Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $575. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YIH to CAN if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Yichang Airport to Guangzhou Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Yichang Airport (YIH)
YIH's address is Airport Rd..
When it comes to the on-time performance of Yichang Airport, 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Yichang Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Yichang. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near YIH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Yichang Airport to Guangzhou Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
If you're arriving on a late Yichang Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near CAN:
Grab a Guangzhou Airport rental car and explore corners of Guangzhou that are off the usual tourist route. Find your perfect set of wheels with Hertz.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Guangzhou Airport about two weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Yichang Airport to Guangzhou Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Guangzhou. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Yichang Airport to Guangzhou Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. 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 YIH to CAN around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
Shenzhen is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Guangzhou. Around 105 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include 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.