Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

Getting Around

How to get to and from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport — taxis, public transport, shuttles and car rental.

Transport Options at CAN

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is connected to Guangzhou (Huadu) and the wider China transport network by multiple ground transport options.

Rail & Metro

Metro Line 3 connects to the city and Guangzhou South Railway. Journey to the city centre approximately 40 min, ¥9.

Bus & Shuttle

Many bus routes across Guangzhou. Direct coaches to Shenzhen and surrounding cities.

Taxi

Approximately ¥80–120 (~€10–15) to Guangzhou city centre, 30–50 min.

Rideshare

DiDi available. WeChat Pay required.

Car Rental

Major Chinese car rental brands in the arrivals hall.

Insider tip

Guangzhou Metro is comprehensive and easy to navigate with a map app — even without Chinese language skills.

Transport routes, fares and operators change frequently. Verify current options on the official Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport website before travel.

Pre-Book Your Transfer

Skip the taxi queue. Book a private transfer from CAN to Guangzhou (Huadu) in advance and have a driver waiting when you land.

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Private and shared airport transfers — fixed price, no meter surprises. Driver meets you in arrivals.

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Car Rental at CAN

Exploring China beyond Guangzhou (Huadu)? Renting a car at the airport gives you maximum flexibility from the moment you land.

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Compare rates from major and local car rental companies. Free cancellation on most bookings.

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Ground Transport Tips for CAN

Only use official taxi ranks or pre-booked apps at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Avoid unofficial drivers approaching you in arrivals.
If a rail or metro connection exists, it is usually the fastest and most reliable option during rush hour.
Allow extra time for ground transport during peak hours. Guangzhou (Huadu) city traffic can significantly extend journey times.
Download offline maps for Guangzhou (Huadu) before landing — useful if your data connection is slow on arrival.
If travelling with heavy luggage, a private transfer or taxi is often more practical than public transport.
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