What airport do you fly into for flights to Guangzhou?

For a flight to Guangzhou, you will be flying into Baiyun. Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) is just 29,8 km from the centre of the city.

Can I find cheaper flights to Guangzhou if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Guangzhou on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Guangzhou?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Guangzhou.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Guangzhou?

Guangzhou Baiyun is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Guangzhou. One-way flights to Guangzhou Baiyun typically cost R1 332, while return flights cost around R2 168.

How much is a return flight to Guangzhou?

A return flight to Guangzhou will typically cost around R2 819, however they can be found for as little as R2 168.

Where does the fastest flight to Guangzhou depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Guangzhou, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 45 minutes).

Does Guangzhou Baiyun have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Guangzhou Baiyun can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Guangzhou Baiyun?

Yes. Guangzhou Baiyun has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Huahai Business Hotel Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is the closest property to Guangzhou Baiyun (0,0 km away from Guangzhou Baiyun).

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Popular in	December
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Average price	R13 424

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Fri 20/320:30JNB - CAN

1 stop35h 55mQatar Airways

Thu 26/30:55CAN - JNB

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Fri 3/41:20CAN - JNB

1 stop23h 15mSingapore Airlines

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Sat 18/410:40CAN - JNB

1 stop25h 30mSingapore Airlines

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Wed 25/20:55CAN - JNB

1 stop20h 40mQatar Airways

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Sun 1/31:35JNB - CAN

2 stops35h 00mKenya Airways

Tue 10/321:40CAN - JNB

2 stops32h 45mKenya Airways

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Tue 10/314:30JNB - CAN

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Deal found 6/1R12 459

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Tue 10/321:40CAN - JNB

2 stops32h 45mKenya Airways

Deal found 5/1R12 655

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Tue 7/71:20CAN - JNB

1 stop23h 15mSingapore Airlines

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Thu 29/113:45JNB - CAN

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Tue 3/20:55CAN - JNB

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Thu 19/214:30JNB - CAN

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Tue 14/45:15CAN - JNB

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Tue 14/419:50JNB - CAN

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Sat 2/510:40CAN - JNB

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Tue 14/45:15CAN - JNB

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Sat 18/410:40CAN - JNB

1 stop25h 30mSingapore Airlines

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Tue 17/21:35CAN - JNB

1 stop23h 00mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 6/1R13 391

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Mon 12/121:45JNB - CAN

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Sun 1/21:35JNB - CAN

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JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

14:30-5:50

1 stop33h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 21/3

7:45-13:05

1 stop35h 20m

R12 263

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/3

20:30-14:25

1 stop35h 55m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 26/3

0:55-15:25

1 stop20h 30m

R12 328

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

19:50-9:25

1 stop31h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 18/4

10:40-6:10

1 stop25h 30m

R12 459

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

19:50-12:10

1 stop34h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 7/7

1:20-18:35

1 stop23h 15m

R12 508

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

1:35-18:35

2 stops35h 00m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 10/3

21:40-0:25

2 stops32h 45m

R12 655

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

13:45-14:25

1 stop18h 40m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 3/2

0:55-16:00

1 stop21h 05m

R12 753

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/4

19:50-9:25

1 stop31h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 2/5

10:40-6:10

1 stop25h 30m

R12 950

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

19:50-9:25

1 stop31h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 18/4

10:40-6:10

1 stop25h 30m

R13 326

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

14:30-15:00

1 stop18h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 14/4

5:15-3:55

1 stop28h 40m

R13 375

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

14:30-15:00

1 stop18h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 14/4

5:15-13:05

1 stop37h 50m

R13 375

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Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Guangzhou. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Guangzhou?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Guangzhou takes 17 hours 45 minutes. Flights to Guangzhou from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Guangzhou?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Guangzhou are Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Guangzhou?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Guangzhou are Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways and Egyptair.

Rainfall in Guangzhou by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Guangzhou ranges from 30.0 - 260.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 260.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Guangzhou when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Guangzhou by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Guangzhou, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Guangzhou

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific to China. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 462 reviews

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1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

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Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 462 reviews

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8,1

Very Good

3 462 reviews

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1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 427 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 462 reviews

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1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Cathay Pacific

7,6

Good

1 124 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 462 reviews

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1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 701 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 462 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Ethiopian Air

7,2

Good

935 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 462 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

FAQs about flying to Guangzhou

What airport do you fly into for flights to Guangzhou?
For a flight to Guangzhou, you will be flying into Baiyun. Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) is just 29,8 km from the centre of the city.
Can I find cheaper flights to Guangzhou if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Guangzhou on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Guangzhou?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Guangzhou.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Guangzhou?
Guangzhou Baiyun is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Guangzhou. One-way flights to Guangzhou Baiyun typically cost R1 332, while return flights cost around R2 168.
How much is a return flight to Guangzhou?
A return flight to Guangzhou will typically cost around R2 819, however they can be found for as little as R2 168.
Where does the fastest flight to Guangzhou depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Guangzhou, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 45 minutes).
Does Guangzhou Baiyun have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Guangzhou Baiyun can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Guangzhou Baiyun?
Yes. Guangzhou Baiyun has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Huahai Business Hotel Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is the closest property to Guangzhou Baiyun (0,0 km away from Guangzhou Baiyun).

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Reviews of airlines servicing Guangzhou

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Guangzhou?

Can I find cheaper flights to Guangzhou if I am willing to have stopovers?

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