On this page, you can book flights from Guilin to Shantou. This 683 km route is served regularly, and you can find flight details or information on getting to the airport in the relevant sections.
The main carrier on this route is MU. Keep in mind that fares are dynamic, so to choose the best date, it is worth exploring the low-price calendar and planning your trip from the airport to the city in advance.
The table shows direct flights Guilin → Shantou on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 30 min. Regular flights are operated by China Eastern. Departures from Guilin Liangjiang International Airport airports, arrivals at Jieyang Chaoshan Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Guilin — Shantou by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 360 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 2,277 in J. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Guilin → Shantou, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 340 | high | May | AED 255 | medium | Sep | AED 283 | medium |
| Feb | AED 321 | high | Jun | AED 274 | medium | Oct | AED 307 | high |
| Mar | AED 260 | low | Jul | AED 331 | high | Nov | AED 255 | low |
| Apr | AED 250 | low | Aug | AED 331 | high | Dec | AED 265 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Shantou is characterized by hot summers and mild winters. The warmest month is July, with average temperatures reaching 31.7°C, while the rainiest is June, with up to 27 wet days recorded. In January, the temperature drops to a minimum of 12°C, making it the coolest period of the year.
Budget flight options are more common in July, with tickets starting AED 360, and in August — AED 361. January is considered the most expensive month to travel, when flight costs can reach AED 2,277.
The optimal time to fly is October or November: during this period, the temperature settles at a comfortable 25°C and rainfall decreases significantly. It is recommended to avoid traveling in June due to the peak rainy season, which can complicate logistics and sightseeing.
Flights between these cities are operated by China Eastern Airlines (MU), which is the key carrier on this route. There are about 9 scheduled flights per week, providing stable connections between the regions. A detailed schedule, information on departure and arrival times, and the option to select specific dates are available in the interactive list below.
Flights Guilin — Shantou depart from Guilin Liangjiang International Airport and arrive at Jieyang Chaoshan Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The estimated travel time is about 1 hour and 20 minutes, given the 683 km distance between the cities.
The main carrier operating regular flights from Guilin to Shantou is MU (China Eastern Airlines).
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, which helps minimize travel time. You can check current seat availability for specific dates in the calendar.
Flights from Guilin Airport (KWL) arrive at Shantou International Airport (SWA).
The best deals are usually available about a month before the trip. You can always see the current lowest prices for your chosen period in the low-price calendar on this page.
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