London to Guangzhou flights
Direct and connecting flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from London to Guangzhou take?
Flight time from London (LHR) to Guangzhou (CAN) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from London to Guangzhou?
Airline availability for LHR to CAN changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from London to Guangzhou?
Direct (nonstop) availability on LHR to CAN varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- China Southern Airlines5-yr attributed events: 2Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| China Southern Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning LHR → CAN
LHR to CAN is a long-haul route of 9,496 km (5,901 mi). See the return CAN → LHR route.
Alternative airports near London: Northolt (NHT) — 10 km, Wycombe (HYC) — 29 km, Farnborough (FAB) — 31 km.
Alternative airports near Guangzhou: Foshan (FUO) — 42 km, Shenzhen (SZX) — 99 km.