Guangzhou to Lhasa Flight: How to Get to Tibet from Guangzhou by Air

Located in the southern edge of China, Guangzhou is one of the most important gateways for one to enter Tibet. Considering the long distance between Guangzhou and Lhasa, the provincial capital of Tibet, a lot of tourists prefer to take the flight journey for transfer. Here in this passage we will introduce the details about Guangzhou to Lhasa flight, to help you well prepared for your upcoming flight trip to Tibet.

Why Fly from Guangzhou to Tibet?

One of the most developed cities in China, Guangzhou is an important harbor city with natural advantages on traffic. It has direct flights connecting many overseas destinations. A large proportion of international visitors will enter China via Guangzhou. And from Guangzhou, one can easily get to many of China’s cities, big or small, through direct flight or train.

Guangzhou is important gateway to Tibet

Meanwhile, Guangzhou is a place where cultures meet, a place where history and modernity coexist. It is worthwhile to have a look at this charming city if you have never been to south China. You will see exquisite European classical architecture in Shameen buildings, appreciate the gorgeous night view of the Pearl River, and even fall in love with its friendly year-round spring-like climate.

Last but not the least, for tourists have determined to visit Guangzhou before head to Tibet, taking a flight to Lhasa will be more comfortable and flexiable. There is only one train from Guangzhou to Lhasa every day, which will run for more than 50 hours before you finally reach the plateau. But the flight will only take about 6 hours, and in peak season, it can depart several times every day.

Guangzhou to Lhasa Flight Schedule

Currently, there are two daily direct flights departing from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport. The airplane leaves respectively at 08:05 and 08:55 in the morning, and will arrive at 14:05 and 15:25 in the afternoon, with a stopover in Chongqing or Diqing. The flights to Tibet from Guangzhou are operated by China Eastern Airlines and Southern Airlines, both being the major airlines in China.

Guangzhou to Lhasa Flight Schedule

Please Note: The above timetable and schedule are just for your reference. Please check the exact information with your travel consultant.

On the other way around, the flight from Lhasa to Guangzhou departs at 14:55 pm and 19:20 pm respectively, and will take similar time to reach at late night or midnight. Check the schedule as follows:

Lhasa to Guangzhou Flight Schedule

Please Note: The above timetable and schedule are just for your reference. Please check the exact information with your travel consultant.

Meanwhile, except for the direct flights between Guangzhou and Lhasa, there are also many connecting flights, which have a stop in Xi’an, Chongqing, Chengdu etc. By taking these combined flights, you may stay on the way for about 2 to 3 hours and then change to another airline for flight to Lhasa. But usually, the connecting flights will be much cheaper than the normal direct flight of the same day, thus can also be good option for budget travelers.

How to Take Guangzhou to Lhasa Flight?

a. Book the Flight in Advance

Booking the flight from Guangzhou to Lhasa should be done earlier before your planned travel date to Tibet. There may be no direct flight or high-priced flight if you just buy the ticket approaching its flight time. Let alone if you are going to travel in peak season. And check the flight on platforms such as Expedia, Trip.com ahead of time to make more comparisons, then you can have more chances to get a cheap flight.

If you feel confused or have difficulty in booking the flight on your own, you can also turn to us for help. As the leading Tibet tour operator based in Lhasa, we have arranged numerous trips to Tibet, and can help to handle your flight booking as per your requirements.

b. Obtain the Tibet Travel Permit

Before you board the flight to get into Lhasa, you need to get the Tibet Travel Permit, which will use your Chinese Visa and passport for application. Since individual application is not allowed according to the policy, international tourists need to contact a local travel agency which will help to apply for the permit.

As it will need at least one week of business days to get the permit issued, it is recommended to start your application in advance. In peak travel season, you may need to contact us and send us your documents two weeks earlier before your tour departure date.

c. Get to the Airport for Boarding

To board the flight from Guangzhou to Lhasa, you need to go to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, which is about 28 kilometers away from the downtown area. The Metro Line 3 of Guangzhou city can bring passengers to the Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 of the airport. It is advised to leave for the airport earlier, to reserve at least one hour to go through the checking procedures before boarding.

Head to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to board the flight to Tibet

How to Get to Guangzhou from Hong Kong?

Guangzhou and Hong Kong are close neighbors, only about 130 kilometers away from each other. For many tourists who want to travel from Hong Kong to Tibet, one can first transfer to Guangzhou, to enjoy more convenient transportation. From Hong Kong to Guangzhou, there are trains, public buses and even flights for transfer. And the Hong Kong high speed train could be the top choice for many.

The high-speed train departs from Guangzhou West Kowloon Station, and takes about 50 to 75 minutes to reach Guangzhou South Railway Station. A one-way ticket for adult will be HK$210. If you need to transfer from Guangzhou railway station to the airport, you can first take Metro Line 2 to reach Jiahewanggang and then transfer to Metro Line 3 boarding for airport direction, and finally get to T1 or T2.

Besides, there is also the traditional way – Guangzhou-Kowloon Through Train, which can bring you from Hong Kong Kowloon to Guangzhou East Railway Station. Taking about 1:55 hours, the train will cost HK$210 for first class seat and HK$250 for premium class.

Flying from Guangzhou to Lhasa via Chengdu or Chongqing

If you miss the direct flight from Guangzhou to Lhasa, you can also choose to take a connecting flight. The most recommended cities for a stop are Chengdu and Chongqing, as both are on the flight route from Guangzhou to Lhasa, and provide sufficient flight choices.

For taking flight from Guangzhou to Lhasa via Chengdu, one will take about 2.5 hours to fly from Guangzhou to Chengdu, and then fly from Chengdu to Lhasa directly. The flight from Chengdu to Lhasa departs a dozen times per day, with no stop on the way, only taking about 2 hours and 20 minutes.

Chengdu is a good transfer choice for flying from Guangzhou to Lhasa

On the other hand, from Guangzhou to Lhasa via Chongqing, one will first take about 2 hours to fly to Chongqing and then take another two hours to get from Chongqing to Lhasa by flight. The flight from Chongqing to Lhasa leaves more than ten times every day, and one can have flexible choice to board the flight from early morning to late night.

Conclusion

Travelling from Guangzhou to Tibet can be done in different ways, while a flight journey could be a wise option for time-limited travelers. The flight from Guangzhou to Lhasa leaves one or two times per day, and only take about 6 hours on the way. But remember, the Tibet Travel Permit should be obtained in advance before you board the flight. If you still have any problem about taking the flight from Guangzhou to Lhasa, please feel free to contact us for inquiry.