Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

Located in the heart of southern China, Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) is regarded as one of the world’s busiest airports with passenger traffic of more than 66 million. Despite the Covid crisis in 2019, this facility served more than 43 million passengers.

Being one of the busiest airports in the country, this facility is also regarded as a significant economic generator contributing immensely to the country’s GDP. It is also southern China’s gateway to the world of wonders as airlines such as 9 Air, Aeroflot, AirAsia, Air China, Air Madagascar, All Nippon Airways, and Asiana Airlines among others operate from here.

At Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) several expansion plans are currently underway. One of which has already been approved by the National Development and Reform Commission.

General Information about Guangzhou Baiyun Airport

The following table is an overview of CAN Airport indicated below:

Airport	Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Airport Type	Public
Owner	Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport Co. Ltd.
Operator	Guangdong Airport Authority
Built In (Year)	2004
Serves	Guangzhou and Foshan
Hub for	9 Air, China Southern Airlines, FedEx Express, Hainan Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines
Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Code	CAN
Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Terminals	2
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport Runway	3
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport Coordinates	23°23′33″N 113°17′56″E
Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Address	98W5+959, Baiyun, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
Official Website	https://www.baiyunairport.com/
Official Phone Number	86 20 3606 6999
Elevation	15 m / 49 ft

Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Code

Guangzhou Baiyun Airport code is CAN. This three-letter airport code is derived from Guangzhou’s romanization Canton. Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) is situated at a height of 15 meters above sea level.

IATA CODE	CAN
ICAO CODE	ZGGG
FAA CODE	N/A
WORLD AREA CODE	713
COUNTRY CODE	CHN
ZIP CODE	510000
IATA METROPOLITAN CODE	CAN

Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Map

The Guangzhou Baiyun Airport location Map is a useful tool for finding your way around the airport, and for planning your journey.

Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Terminal

Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) has two world-class terminals featuring some of the world’s best amenities to make passengers’ visits to the airport convenient and unforgettable.

Terminal 1

Terminal 1 features three components: Main Terminal, Area A, and Area B. Main Terminal hosts retail stores, check-in counters while Area A and B have boarding gates, customs, border controls, and checkpoints.

Terminal 2

Terminal 2 at Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou Baiyun Airport code – CAN) is regarded as one of the largest airports in the world. It is spread across an area of 808,700 square meters.

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) Runway

Guangzhou Baiyun Airport features three world-class runways:

Name	Length	Width	Surface	Lighted
02R-20L	12,467 ft	197 ft	Concrete	Yes
01-19	11,811 ft	148 ft	Concrete	Yes
02L-20R	12,467 ft	197 ft	Asphalt	Yes

Nearest Airports to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

Some of the closest airports to CAN Airport are:

Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport – 132 km
Hong Kong International Airport – 135 km
Macau International Airport – 140 km
Meixian Airport – 308 km

Airlines Operating from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

The following airlines operate from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport:

9 Air
Aeroflot
AirAsia
Air China
Air Madagascar
All Nippon Airways
Asiana Airlines
Beijing Capital Airlines
Biman Bangladesh Airlines
Cambodia Angkor Air
Cebu Pacific
China Eastern Airlines

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

How much is Guangzhou Baiyun Airport?

The inaugural process of the Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (Guangzhou Baiyun Airport code) development was expected to be completed by 2002. It was at the cost of US$2.3 billion. Guangzhou Baiyun Airport had a cargo room of 2.5 million tonnes which occupied many charges to the airport. It had an annual seating capacity of 80 million when it was finished in 2005.

Is Guangzhou Airport still open?

Yes, the Guangzhou Airport is still open. Guangzhou Airport, having the CAN Airport code, has been operational since 2004. This international airport officially opened on August 5, 2004. It is situated in the district of Guangzhou’s Baiyun and Huadu District. It opened for the replacement for the 72-year-old airport, apparently titled as the previous airport. The last airport prior to Guangzhou Airport is now shut.

When was Guangzhou Baiyun Airport built?

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport was established in the 1930s and bears the Baiyun Airport code. Now, it is Guangzhou’s main airport in Guangdong province. The new CAN Airport was opened on August 5, 2004, upgrading the previous airport.

How many airports are there in Guangzhou?

There is just one municipal and international airport in Guangzhou. Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is its name. Its Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport code is CAN. It is situated in Guangzhou’s Huadu region.

How much is a taxi from Guangzhou airport to the city?

Taxis will cost approximately RMB150 based on where you are going in Guangzhou City and what the traffic congestion is. Passengers who want to go between Guangzhou Airport to downtown Guangzhou can use a taxi. Taking a cab outside during heavy traffic is recommended by many other local passengers. Just outside CAN Airport’s (CAN Airport code) arrival halls, licensed taxi lines will assist travelers in getting to their destination.

How far is Guangzhou Airport from the city?

Yuexiu District is often regarded as Guangzhou’s city center. The distance connecting Guangzhou Baiyun Airport, having the CAN Airport code, to Yuexiu District is approximately 34 kilometers or 21 miles. It is located near Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall.

Am I allowed to travel from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) to Guangzhou Station?

Yes, you are allowed to travel from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport, having the Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport code, to Guangzhou Station by several modes of transportation. In about 49 minutes, you may go from this airport to Guangzhou Station via Jiahewanggang and Guangzhou railway. Additionally, the airport runs a shuttle every 30 minutes to Civil Aviation Ticket Office.

How many terminals does Guangzhou Airport have?

There are two terminals at Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (Baiyun Airport code). Terminal 1 is divided into two sections, A and B. These are mainly used for foreign departures. Terminal B is China Southern Airlines’ and also its partners’ central hub. It serves both national and international passengers.

Which way is the quickest from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) to Guangzhou Station?

The line 3 subway gives you the quickest medium to go from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN Airport code) to Guangzhou Station. You may also use metro line 2 to get there. These two subways cost between $7 and $11 and take 49 minutes for the passengers to reach their destination.

Is Guangzhou Airport big?

Terminal 2 of Guangzhou Baiyun Airport, with the Guangzhou Baiyun Airport code, opened on April 26, 2018. It covers an area of more than 808,700 square meters. As a result, it is considered one of the biggest airports in the world.