Cheap Flights Shanghai to Guangzhou from £47

Flight FAQs

• Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Guangzhou (CAN)?

  Based on Trip.com data, China Southern Airlines offers one-way fares as low as £47 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. PVG to CAN on Tue, Sep 1), while China Southern Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from £94 departing on Tue, Sep 1 and returning on Wed, Sep 9.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou?

  At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou with the following airlines, including: China Eastern Airlines Air China China Southern Airlines Hainan Airlines Juneyao Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long is the flight from Shanghai (SHA) to Guangzhou (CAN)?

  It takes about 2 hours 28 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Guangzhou (CAN).

• When is the best time to book flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Shanghai to Guangzhou?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 307 flight per week flying from Shanghai to Guangzhou. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: China Southern Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- CZ3530 (13:10) Xiamen Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- MF2379 (22:57) Sichuan Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- 3U1266 (20:35)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou?

  To find best deals on flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Tue, Sep 1, with one-way flights priced at just £47.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is China Southern Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Guangzhou travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When is the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou to get the best price?

  The cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is the cheapest for flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou?

  After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou on August 26, 2026 with 9 Air, with prices starting at £48.

• Which airports can I fly through when travelling to Guangzhou from Shanghai?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Guangzhou, with Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (PVG-CAN) is by far the most common option on this route: Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN).

• What is the time difference between Shanghai and Guangzhou?

  The time difference between Guangzhou and Shanghai is 0m.

• How can I change or cancel my flight ticket from Shanghai to Guangzhou?

  Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Shanghai to Guangzhou is £81. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a return flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Shanghai to Guangzhou is £153. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou on Trip.com?

  Enter Shanghai and Guangzhou, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the Shanghai to Guangzhou route?

  Spring Airlines and 9 Airare the most popular budget airlines flying from Shanghai to Guangzhou. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.