Direct (nonstop) flights from Guangzhou to Beijing

3 airlines fly nonstop from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). It's 1,166 miles (1,876 km), about 3h 15m in the air. Operated by Air China, Hainan Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

CAN
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
🇨🇳 Guangzhou, China
PEK
Beijing Capital International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,166 mi
1,876 km
CO₂/pax
197 kg
−44 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Air China +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air China Air China Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Shenzhen Airlines Shenzhen Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
CAN → PEK
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,166 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
CAN → PEK
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,166 mi
Shenzhen Airlines ZH Shenzhen Airlines
Route
CAN → PEK
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,166 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Guangzhou to Beijing with one stop · direct emits 197 kg CO₂ per passenger

CAN TYN (Taiyuan) PEK
Leg 1: 2h 40m (990 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (267 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 241 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → TYN
2h 40m · 990 mi
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Leg 2
TYN → PEK
1h 10m · 267 mi
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CAN HFE (Hefei) PEK
Leg 1: 2h 5m (633 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (557 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 245 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → HFE
2h 5m · 633 mi
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Leg 2
HFE → PEK
1h 55m · 557 mi
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CAN KHN (Nanchang) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 35m (410 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (774 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 244 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → KHN
1h 35m · 410 mi
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Leg 2
KHN → PEK
2h 25m · 774 mi
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CAN CSX (Changsha) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 35m (331 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (841 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 242 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → CSX
1h 35m · 331 mi
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Leg 2
CSX → PEK
2h 25m · 841 mi
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CAN FUG (Fuyang) PEK
Leg 1: 2h 10m (669 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (500 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 241 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → FUG
2h 10m · 669 mi
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Leg 2
FUG → PEK
1h 50m · 500 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Guangzhou to Beijing?

A nonstop flight from Guangzhou (CAN) to Beijing (PEK) takes approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 1,166 miles (1,876 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Guangzhou to Beijing?

3 airlines: Air China, Hainan Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Guangzhou to Beijing?

Yes. 3 airlines: Air China, Hainan Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

How far is Guangzhou from Beijing?

The flight distance from Guangzhou to Beijing is 1,166 miles (1,876 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Guangzhou to Beijing?

At 3h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Guangzhou to Beijing?

Roughly 197 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 985 km.

Is the return flight from Beijing to Guangzhou also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Beijing?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.