Cheap flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou from R13 577

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — CAN
Dec 21 — Dec 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Guangzhou Baiyun are usually found in February or March, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Guangzhou. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2025.

Wed 17/1212:20CPT - CAN
3 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/120:15CAN - CPT
2 stops42h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11R21 526
Fri 26/1214:35CPT - CAN
1 stop18h 25mEthiopian Air
Fri 2/10:10CAN - CPT
1 stop20h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/11R21 905
Fri 26/126:00CPT - CAN
3 stops30h 35mKenya Airways
Sat 3/121:40CAN - CPT
3 stops21h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/11R25 019
Wed 17/1210:40CPT - CAN
2 stops31h 40mSingapore Airlines
Tue 23/121:20CAN - CPT
2 stops38h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 19/11R27 721
Wed 17/1212:35CPT - CAN
1 stop19h 50mQatar Airways
Wed 24/1218:45CAN - CPT
1 stop21h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/11R28 186
Fri 26/1214:35CPT - CAN
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/10:10CAN - CPT
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11R29 751

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Guangzhou

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Guangzhou (CAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 577

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 437
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 19/5-23/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 55m total
  • Cape Town to Guangzhou
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R18 517 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R8 602 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou that are best for you.

Fly from

Cape Town

Fly to

Guangzhou

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

15:25-3:05

1 stop29h 40m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 23/5

7:45-13:00

1 stop35h 15m

R13 577

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

10:40-9:25

2 stops40h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 23/5

10:40-9:25

2 stops28h 45m

R17 861

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

12:20-19:00

3 stops48h 40m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 23/5

22:10-13:40

3 stops21h 30m

R19 530

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 17/12

12:20-18:35

3 stops24h 15m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 23/12

0:15-12:45

2 stops42h 30m

R21 526

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Deals found on 18/11

Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou. Price data was last updated on 14 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou (average of R11 426). Flying from Cape Town to Guangzhou in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 387). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to CAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Guangzhou. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to Guangzhou in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Guangzhou

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Guangzhou. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Guangzhou. Reviews last updated 21 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQatar Airways from Cape Town to Guangzhou. 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.

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Guangzhou. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air and Singapore Airlines fly from Cape Town to Guangzhou in about 29h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 05m. The distance from Cape Town to Guangzhou is about 11835 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Guangzhou round-trip?

    Singapore Airlines, at R11 053, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cape Town to Guangzhou.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Kenya Airways and Qatar Airways. Singapore Airlines is currently priced 34% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Johannesburg?

    If you're on a stopover in Johannesburg and looking for things to do, consider visiting Johannesburg Planetarium, Gold Reef City, or Carlton Centre. Travellers on a stopover in Johannesburg can visit Johannesburg Planetarium, Gold Reef City, and Carlton Centre, by travelling 21,6 km, 25,0 km, and 20,5 km, respectively after landing at Johannesburg OR Tambo. Travellers can book a car hire at Johannesburg OR Tambo for about R487 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Guangzhou flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Guangzhou flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Guangzhou by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou (average of R11 426). Flying from Cape Town to Guangzhou in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 387). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Cape Town to Guangzhou

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 053AverageR13 420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 467AverageR13 894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 920AverageR15 781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 733AverageR15 980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 649AverageR21 213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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