What is the tower frequency at ZGGG?

The tower frequency at Baiyun is 118.1 MHz.

Does ZGGG require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Baiyun (China).

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Baiyun

Baiyun (ZGGG/CAN) serves Guangzhou, China. This is a major international airport with 3 runways (01/19, 02L/20R). Field elevation is 50 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: ZGGG
Name: Baiyun
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 23.392401
Longitude: 113.299004
Elevation: 50 ft
Country: China
Municipality: Guangzhou
IATA Code: CAN
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Asia/Shanghai
Distance from City: 29.6 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 01/19

Designation: 01/19
Dimensions: 11811 X 148
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT II, RNAV (GPS), RNAV (RNP)
Remarks: N/A

Runway 02L/20R

Designation: 02L/20R
Dimensions: 12467 X 197
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), RNAV (RNP)
Remarks: N/A

Runway 02R/20L

Designation: 02R/20L
Dimensions: 12467 X 197
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS)
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.100 MHz
Ground: 121.750 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 128.600 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: http://www.baiyunairport.com/english/index.jsp
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: CAAC Central-South Regional Administration; CAAC slot coordination.
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Approx CNY 26/ton MTOW for international
Parking Fee: CNY 11/ton per 4h block
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: CNY
Remarks: Major South China hub. Fees per CAAC tariff. China Southern hub airport.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Supplied by CNAF. Into-plane service at both terminals.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Full CIQ at Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. 144-hour visa-free transit available for eligible nationalities. APIS required.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: No formal curfew. CAAC slot coordination mandatory. Moderate congestion. Chapter 2 aircraft banned.

Alternates

ZGSZ

ICAO: ZGSZ
Name: Baoan
Distance (NM): 53.3
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Full CIQ at Terminal 3 (international). APIS required. 144-hour visa-free transit for eligible nationalities.

Airport Services

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China Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 5d Landing: 10d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 96 hours (4 working days) minimum
Landing Lead Time: 5 working days (minimum), regardless of flight type

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require CAAC permit and PLA (military) clearance. Very restrictive, 10-15 days processing typical.

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Nearby Airports

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at ZGGG?: The tower frequency at Baiyun is 118.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at ZGGG?: Baiyun offers Jet A-1.
Does ZGGG require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Baiyun (China).
Does ZGGG require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at Baiyun.

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