Guangdong’s aviation network is set to expand with new direct flights connecting Guangzhou and Shenzhen to Indonesia’s capital Jakarta, alongside a new Central Asia route linking Guangzhou with Uzbekistan’s capital Tashkent.
The first public welfare-oriented urban cat-themed park in southern China, "Cat's Park", will be built in Panyu District, Guangzhou, following an agreement signed on May 7, 2026.
Airport authorities said Terminal 3 is operating normally, with passenger flow increasing noticeably since the transfer. Travelers have reported shorter queues and more self-service check-in and baggage drop machines, though the terminal is seeing heavier crowds.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport will significantly increase shuttle bus services linking Metro Gaozeng Station and Terminal 3 from 2 am on May 7, when all flights currently operating from Terminal 1 are relocated to the new terminal.
All 11 airlines currently operating from Terminal 1 at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport will be relocated to Terminal 3 starting at 2:00 a.m. on May 7, as part of a major airport-wide operational adjustment.
As the 2026 May Day holiday (May 1 to May 5) approaches, Guangdong will see a notable increase in its travel volume. Below is a comprehensive transport guide to help you get around smoothly during the holiday.
As the 139th Canton Fair gets underway, leading hotels across Guangzhou—including Garden Hotel Guangzhou, Hotel Indigo Guangzhou Haixinsha, Grand Hyatt Guangzhou, properties under LN Hospitality, and Baiyun International Convention Center—are rolling out enhanced stay packages, multilingual guest services, and complimentary shuttle service to the Canton Fair Complex. These offerings provide international exhibitors and buyers with convenient, comfortable, and integrated accommodation options.
The 139th Canton Fair will run from April 15 to May 5 in Guangzhou. For direct access to the fair complex, take Metro Line 8 to Pazhou (琶洲) or Xingangdong (新港东) Stations, or Line 11 to Pazhou (琶洲) Station. During the fair, Guangzhou Metro has introduced multiple services to ensure smooth travel for both global buyers and local visitors.
The 139th edition of the China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, is set to open on April 15, debuting nine new exhibition sections and reaching a record scale. As global buyers and exhibitors gather in Guangzhou, here's a practical guide on how to get to the Canton Fair Complex using different modes of transport.
Guangzhou, Guangdong's provincial capital, has introduced a range of measures to streamline entry procedures, transport, payment, and city services for international visitors attending the 139th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair), which will open on April 15 in Guangzhou, according to a release of the Guangzhou Municipal Commerce Bureau on April 10.
In spring 2026, shopping malls across Guangzhou are going all out for four-legged visitors. With pet-friendly policies, free interactive events, and playful installations, there's plenty to explore with your furry companion.
One of Guangzhou's busiest urban expressways will stop charging tolls from August 7 this year, marking the end of a tolling period that has lasted more than 25 years.
Guangzhou's metro system will extend operating hours on some lines and increase train capacity to handle higher passenger volumes during the Qingming Festival holiday period, the operator Guangzhou Metro has announced.
Home to more than 20,000 international students by the end of 2025, Guangdong offers a wide range of study programs, with 105 universities open to overseas applicants.
From April 6 to 30, Ethiopian Airlines will increase flight frequencies between Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong Province and a major commercial hub in southern China, and Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia and a key gateway to Africa, as travel demand rises ahead of the Canton Fair.
China Southern Airlines has resumed flights between Riyadh and Guangzhou after disruptions to regional aviation following recent military tensions in the Middle East.
The tax refund point for departing passengers at the Pazhou Ferry Terminal, Guangzhou, officially began operations on March 1, further enhancing the port's cross-border travel services. Foreign visitors leaving from the terminal can now enjoy a streamlined, one-stop tax refund verification process, significantly improving the convenience of cross-border travel and shopping.
As the Lantern Festival approaches, metro authorities in Guangzhou have announced extended services to ensure smooth travel for celebrations in both Guangzhou and Foshan.
Guangdong Province is set to introduce a series of optimization measures in 2026, focusing on business regulations, shopping, and taxation to significantly improve convenience for foreign nationals working and living in the region. The announcement was made at a press conference held in the capital city, Guangzhou, on February 2, themed around optimizing the business environment.
The Guangzhou-Qingyuan Intercity Railway Southern Extension Line officially opened, with its inaugural train departing from Guangzhou Baiyun Station on January 28, 2026. It is the first intercity railway to begin operations in Guangzhou this year.
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