Cheap Flights from Adelaide to Guangzhou

Flight from Adelaide (ADL) to Guangzhou (CAN)

Guangzhou, the capital city of the province of Guangdong in Southern China, also internationally known as Canton. It is the third biggest city, after Beijing and Shanghai in China. It is 120 km northwest of Hong Kong, located on the Pearl River. Guangzhou is China’s busiest city for trade.

Guangzhou, a sprawling port city, is a unique mix of modern Avant Grande architecture and traditional culture, maintaining its metropolis feel and a laid back attitude. Guangzhou is in the centre of China’s most populous built-up metropolitan area.

Tip: Guangzhou has a humid sub-tropic climate, with hot and wet summers and mild winters. Best months to visit are October to December.

Getting to Guangzhou

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) is the international airport serving Guangzhou. It is a significant hub and one of the top busiest airport in China. One can commute to their accommodation or destination via metro, buses, hotel shuttles or taxis for the airport.

Many airlines are operating from Adelaide to Guangzhou. Adelaide Airport (ADL) has a direct flight to Guangzhou, Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) by Southern China Airlines. Some options for a cheap trip from Adelaide are by Virgin Australia Airlines, Qantas Airlines and Singapore Airlines.

Tip: Adelaide observes daylight saving time. Therefore time differences between the cities can change.

Take in the sights of the city

Guangzhou is known for its Eight Views of Ram City or the eight sights of Guangzhou. These are the eight most famous sights or tourist attractions of Guangzhou. These keep on changing over the years for centuries. The current list of these sights includes Yunshan Diecui, Yuexiu Fenghua, Tayao Xincheng, Zhushui Liuguang, Gucci Liufang, Liwan Shengjing, Kecheng Jinxiu, and Shidi Changwon.

Guangzhou has a thriving culinary scene and is famous for its Cantonese dining options with many good restaurants and small eateries serving this cuisine. Guangzhou is considered to be the origin of dim sum. Guangzhou is not only known for its Cantonese cuisine, but its restaurants serve various other cuisines too. Zhujiang Pati, by the river, was once famous for the Zhujiang Brewery and many pubs in the area. Now Zhujiang New Town area is the new party destination, with many popular pubs and nightclubs.

Guangzhou has local markets or shopping area in every district. These shopping areas have a sidewalk for people to walk outside the shops, so they are called pedestrian street markets. Some popular pedestrian street markets are Beiling Road, Shangxiajiu, and Huacheng Square. Tianhe district has many malls which are famous for its variety of brands and dining options.

Tip: To avoid changing many metro lines, try taking a ferry for getting across the city.

The best areas for accommodation

Xiguan in Liwan District is a historic area, a popular staying option in Guangzhou due to its atmosphere and walkability to famous sights. Shamian Island in this area is considered to be its heritage heart has several options of restored concession-era buildings converted into hotels. For luxury hotels, Tianhe District and Zhujiang New Town have good options.

Tip: Foreigners are needed to show the original passport and visa for staying in clean hotel or hostel.

There are many options of Adelaide to Guangzhou flights, so customise your search to get the best price according to your travel dates. If you’d want to travel on a budget, combine your Adelaide-Guangzhou flight booking with discount hotel reservations for great deals.

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