Cheap flights from Guilin
Your journey from scenic Guilin begins at Liangjiang International Airport, which is located 26 kilometers from the city center. From here, air connections are established to 15 key destinations, making the city an important regional transportation hub. The highest number of scheduled flights are operated to Shanghai (136 departures per week), the capital Beijing (68 flights), and historic Xi'an (56 flights).
Fourteen air carriers operate on these routes, ensuring stable connections with major metropolises. The leading airlines by passenger volume are China Eastern, Air China, and Shandong Airlines. Below on this page, you will find city cards with convenient filters that will help you quickly pick a suitable flight and decide on your next travel destination.
Guilin — Xian
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Guilin — Kuala Lumpur
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Flight insights from Guilin
Data-driven trends for direct flights from Guilin — how often airlines fly, where they go, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent destinations
The most frequent direct destinations from Guilin are Shanghai, Beijing and Xian. Shanghai leads with around 136 flights a week.
Top countries
Most direct flights from Guilin head to China, Hong Kong and Malaysia. China alone accounts for about 97% of all direct routes.
- Chinaavg $124
- Hong Kongavg $146
- Malaysiaavg $105
- Vietnamavg $150
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes from Guilin range from Xian at $91 to Zhengzhou at $145 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
Cheapest destinations
The cheapest destinations from Guilin right now are Shantou from $71, Nanchang from $79 and Ningbo from $81.
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight from Guilin is to Harbin at about 3h 58m, followed by Kuala Lumpur (3h 51m) and Changchun (3h 40m).
- Harbin3h 58m
- Kuala Lumpur3h 51m
- Changchun3h 40m
- Seoul3h 10m
- Beijing2h 42m
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ChinaFrequently asked questions
- Which airports serve Guilin?
- The main air hub is Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL). It is located approximately 26 kilometers from the city center and handles flights from all 14 airlines operating in the region.
- How many destinations are available from Guilin?
- Regular services are organized from Guilin Airport to 15 major destinations. The route network is focused on the country's largest metropolises and administrative centers.
- What are the most popular destinations from Guilin?
- Flights to Shanghai (136 flights per week), Beijing (68 flights), and Xi'an (56 flights) are in the highest demand. Chengdu and Zhengzhou are also among the top popular routes.
- How many airlines fly from Guilin?
- Fourteen air carriers operate flights from the city. The largest volume of transportation is provided by China Eastern, Air China, and Shandong Airlines.
- How can I find cheap flights from Guilin?
- To find the best deals, it is recommended to plan your flight in advance, especially for popular destinations like Shanghai or Hangzhou. High competition among the 14 carriers, including Xiamen Airlines and Shanghai Airlines, makes it possible to find various flight options throughout the week.