The price of a flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou changes depending on how far ahead you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, book around 30 days before departure, when the average ticket costs about $653. Fares also tend to climb as the departure date gets closer.
On this page, you can find and purchase flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou. The flight on this route covers a distance of 11,835 km and includes useful information on how to get to Cape Town Airport and how to plan your route by exploring ways to get from Guangzhou Airport.
Flights are operated by airlines such as Emirates and Qatar Airways. Ticket prices change frequently, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar and the price dynamics chart below to find the best deal.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Cape Town — Guangzhou by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $495 in F, and the most expensive are around $722 in n. 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.
Cape Town → Guangzhou, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $704 | medium | May | $641 | low | Sep | $679 | medium |
| Feb | $604 | low | Jun | $692 | medium | Oct | $629 | low |
| Mar | $616 | low | Jul | $830 | high | Nov | $578 | low |
| Apr | $780 | high | Aug | $805 | high | Dec | $717 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Guangzhou is characterized by hot summers: in July, temperatures reach +32.8°C, and June is the wettest month. In winter, January brings a cooler season with a minimum of +11.5°C and low rainfall.
The most budget-friendly month to fly is July, with prices $456. The highest ticket prices are recorded in June, when a flight will cost $792, while in March, options are available $722.
For a comfortable trip, it is best to choose the period from October to December when the weather is dry. It is advisable to avoid June due to the peak of the rainy season and high humidity.
Flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou are served by major international airlines, with Emirates and Qatar Airways leading the way. On this route, flights with one connection at the carriers' hubs predominate, as there are currently no direct services available. A detailed flight schedule and a selection of airlines, including flight frequencies, are presented in the list below.
Flights Cape Town — Guangzhou depart from Cape Town International Airport and arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 11,835 km. The actual flight time is about 14 hours; however, including connections, the total travel time usually takes between 18 and 25 hours.
The majority of flights are provided by Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Airlines. The current list of all carriers is available further down this page.
There are no direct flights on this route. All available flight options include one or more layovers at major transit hubs.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on demand. You can check the current minimum for your dates in the price dynamics block and the calendar on this page.
Flights arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN), which is the region's main aviation hub.
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