Cheap flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou

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Cheapest round-trip flights $124
Spring Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Dec 11 — Sun, Dec 14
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is currently $124
Cheapest one-way flight $62
Spring Nonstop 3 hr Wed, Dec 10
The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is currently $62
Last-minute weekend getaway $116
Spring Nonstop 3 hr Sat, Oct 18 — Mon, Oct 20
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Shanghai to Guangzhou is currently $116
Cheapest business class flights $626
China Southern Nonstop 3 hr Sat, Nov 29 — Sun, Nov 30
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is currently $626
Fastest flight 2 hr 5 min The fastest nonstop flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou takes 2 hr 5 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou is typically October. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
October
Cheapest
Typical prices: $105–225
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $185–330

Popular airlines from Shanghai to Guangzhou

  • China Southern
    Nonstop
    from $276
    Typical price: $355–445
    98 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - CAN Every day
    88 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - CAN Every day
  • China Eastern
    Nonstop
    from $330
    Typical price: $610–660
    91 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - CAN Every day
    70 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - CAN Every day
  • Spring
    Nonstop
    from $124
    Typical price: $125–230
    35 weekly nonstop flights
    SHA - CAN Every day
    20 weekly connecting flights
    PVG - CAN Every day
  • Shanghai Airlines
    Nonstop
    35 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - CAN Every day
  • Juneyao Airlines
    Nonstop
    35 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - CAN Every day
  • Air China
    Nonstop
    28 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - CAN Every day
    29 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - CAN Every day

Popular airports near Shanghai

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
    Shanghai China 44 min 20 mi
  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
    Shanghai China 29 min 8 mi
  • Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)
    Hangzhou China 2 hr 12 min 93 mi
  • Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
    Wuxi China 1 hr 34 min 64 mi

Popular airports near Guangzhou

  • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
    Guangzhou China 33 min 18 mi
  • Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
    Shenzhen China 1 hr 31 min 48 mi
  • Zhuhai International Airport (ZUH)
    Zhuhai China 2 hr 78 mi
  • Shenzhen Airport Huizhou City Houjilou (HUZ)
    Huizhou China 2 hr 5 min 85 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai to Guangzhou

When are the cheapest days to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou?
The cheapest flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou are usually in October. Typical ticket prices in October range from $105 to $225.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $124. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $62.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is $276, flying from Dec 13 to Dec 14.
  • The cheapest China Eastern flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is $330, flying from Jan 9 to Jan 11.
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is $124, flying from Dec 11 to Dec 14.
What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou starts at $124 from Thu, Dec 11 to Sun, Dec 14. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $62 and departs on Wed, Dec 10.
How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou?
2 hr 5 min is the shortest flight time from Shanghai to Guangzhou.
When should you fly to Guangzhou, China?
The driest months (Oct–Dec) are popular with visitors. Local teams race on the Pearl River during the Dragon Boat Festival (varies Apr/May). The Guangdong Dance Festival (Guangzhou, Nov) features Chinese and international contemporary dancers. Rainy season is Apr–Aug, when it's also very warm and humid. Peak typhoon season is Jul–Sep.
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What is the best airline to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou.

In terms of nonstop flights, China Southern is the most popular. China Southern offers 98 nonstop flights and 88 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) .

Other popular airlines flying from Shanghai to Guangzhou are:
  • China Eastern offers 91 nonstop flights and 70 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) .
  • Spring offers 35 nonstop flights and 20 connecting flights per week. Spring flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) .
  • Shanghai Airlines offers 35 nonstop flights per week. Shanghai Airlines flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) .
  • Juneyao Airlines offers 35 nonstop flights per week. Juneyao Airlines flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) .
  • Air China offers 28 nonstop flights and 29 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Shanghai and Guangzhou.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $124. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $62.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is $276, flying from Dec 13 to Dec 14.
  • The cheapest China Eastern flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is $330, flying from Jan 9 to Jan 11.
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is $124, flying from Dec 11 to Dec 14.
Which airlines have direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou?
China Southern, China Eastern, Hainan, 9 Air, Air China, Shenzhen, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and Spring fly direct from Shanghai to Guangzhou.
  • There are 98 China Southern direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 91 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 35 Spring direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 35 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 35 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 28 Air China direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Guangzhou at price $116 is offered by Spring from Sat, Oct 18 to Mon, Oct 20.
Which airlines have direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou?
China Southern, China Eastern, Hainan, 9 Air, Air China, Shenzhen, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and Spring fly direct from Shanghai to Guangzhou.
  • There are 98 China Southern direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 91 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 35 Spring direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 35 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 35 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 28 Air China direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou available?
There are direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou on a daily basis.
What are the cheapest direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou?
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Shanghai and Guangzhou start at $124 from Thu, Dec 11 to Sun, Dec 14 with Spring.
How can I find nonstop flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Guangzhou start at $626 from Sat, Nov 29 to Sun, Nov 30 with China Southern.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Guangzhou start at $124 from Thu, Dec 11 to Sun, Dec 14.
How can I book business class trips from Shanghai to Guangzhou?
To book business class trips from Shanghai to Guangzhou, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
Are there any last-minute deals from Shanghai to Guangzhou next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Shanghai and Guangzhou starts at $116 from Sat, Oct 18 to Mon, Oct 20 with Spring.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Guangzhou at price $116 is offered by Spring from Sat, Oct 18 to Mon, Oct 20.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to Guangzhou?
To find last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to Guangzhou, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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