Flying from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN): what you need to know
Guangzhou is 13 hours ahead of Detroit and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your DTW to CAN flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Guangzhou Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DTW and CAN include:
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
£396 is currently the best price for a one-way Detroit Wayne County Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. A return flight starts from £767. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from DTW to CAN, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Guangzhou Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from DTW to CAN.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Guangzhou Airport.
Handy information about Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
When it comes to Detroit Wayne County Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Detroit Wayne County Airport from central Detroit, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kms (20 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Guangzhou Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near DTW:
Arriving at Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Detroit Wayne County Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CAN instead:
Pick up a Guangzhou Airport rental car and explore corners of Guangzhou that aren't in every guidebook. Check out the deals from Hertz.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Guangzhou Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou
You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Airport to the centre of Guangzhou has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 27 kms (17 miles) away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Guangzhou Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Guangzhou based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Guangzhou Airport for July if you want to explore Guangzhou during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DTW to CAN in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of China
You've done Guangzhou, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Journey about 105 kms (65 miles) south-east to Shenzhen to check off its top sights. From Huangshan Mountain to The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Dongguan is another favourite destination in China and is around 48 kms (30 miles) east of Guangzhou. No trip is complete without a visit to Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park.
