Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is the primary airport serving the city of Guangzhou. The new airport opened on August 5, 2004, replaced the old one that was 72 years old with an identical name. It has three runways measuring 12,500 ft, 12,500 ft, and 11,800 ft. At present, the airport can handle 45 million passengers per year.

Terminal 1

The terminal comprises three sections Main Terminal, Area A and Area B. All the check-in counters and most of the retail stores are concentrated in the Main Terminal. East Pier 1 & 2 [MOU1] are dedicated only for international flights, leaving the rest for domestic flights.

Terminal 2

Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are connected through the inter-terminal shuttle (Airport Express).

While you wait at the Guangzhou International Airport, spend your time:

• Relaxing during layovers at the airport’s business class lounges.
• Shopping for some cool apparels, accessories, perfumes and cosmetics, toys, souvenirs, electronics, and jewellery.
• Trying out a variety of delectable snacks.
• Reading magazines and using free internet.

If you’re an Indian passport holder travelling to Guangzhou, then you are required to apply for China tourist visa, under the single-entry scheme that allows for a maximum stay of 30 days. To apply for the visa, you need to submit the visa application form along with a passport size photograph, passport with minimum six months validity from the date of travel, confirmed flight tickets, travel plan with stay details and proof of sufficient fund.