Cheap flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou

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Cheapest round-trip flights $128
Spring Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Mar 12 — Sun, Mar 15
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is currently $128
Cheapest one-way flight $48
Spring Nonstop 3 hr Wed, Mar 4
The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is currently $48
Last-minute weekend getaway $161
Spring Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Jan 29 — Mon, Feb 2
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Shanghai to Guangzhou is currently $161
Cheapest business class flights $708
China Southern 2 stops 15 hr Thu, Feb 5 — Sun, Feb 8
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is currently $708
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: $110–205
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $190–340

Popular airlines from Shanghai to Guangzhou

  • China Southern
    Nonstop
    from $294
    Typical price: $370–475
    105 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - CAN Every day
    125 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - CAN Every day
  • China Eastern
    Nonstop
    Typical price: $620–670
    97 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - CAN Every day
    71 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - CAN Every day
  • Spring
    Nonstop
    from $128
    Typical price: $125–230
    42 weekly nonstop flights
    SHA - CAN Every day
    21 weekly connecting flights
    PVG - CAN Every day
  • Air China
    Nonstop
    41 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - CAN Every day
    52 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - CAN Every day
  • Juneyao Airlines
    Nonstop
    42 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - CAN Every day
  • Shanghai Airlines
    Nonstop
    42 weekly nonstop 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 28 min 8 mi
  • Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)
    Hangzhou China 2 hr 12 min 93 mi
  • Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
    Wuxi China 1 hr 35 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 1 hr 59 min 78 mi
  • Shenzhen Airport Huizhou City Houjilou (HUZ)
    Huizhou China 2 hr 4 min 85 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai to Guangzhou

The cheapest flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou are usually in October. Typical ticket prices in October range from $110 to $205.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $128. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $48.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is $294, flying from Mar 6 to Mar 8.
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is $128, flying from Mar 12 to Mar 15.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou starts at $128 from Thu, Mar 12 to Sun, Mar 15. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $48 and departs on Wed, Mar 4.
2 hr 5 min is the shortest flight time from Shanghai to Guangzhou.
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.
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 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 105 nonstop flights and 125 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 97 nonstop flights and 71 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 42 nonstop flights and 21 connecting flights per week. Spring flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) .
  • Air China offers 41 nonstop flights and 52 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) .
  • Juneyao Airlines offers 42 nonstop flights per week. Juneyao Airlines flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) .
  • Shanghai Airlines offers 42 nonstop flights per week. Shanghai Airlines 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.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $128. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $48.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is $294, flying from Mar 6 to Mar 8.
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is $128, flying from Mar 12 to Mar 15.
China Southern, Hainan, China Eastern, 9 Air, Air China, Shenzhen, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and Spring fly direct from Shanghai to Guangzhou.
  • There are 105 China Southern direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 97 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 Spring direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 41 Air China direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 Shanghai Airlines 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.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Guangzhou at price $161 is offered by Spring from Thu, Jan 29 to Mon, Feb 2.
China Southern, Hainan, China Eastern, 9 Air, Air China, Shenzhen, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and Spring fly direct from Shanghai to Guangzhou.
  • There are 105 China Southern direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 97 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 Spring direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 41 Air China direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 Shanghai Airlines 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.
There are direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Shanghai and Guangzhou start at $128 from Thu, Mar 12 to Sun, Mar 15 with Spring.
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.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Guangzhou start at $708 from Thu, Feb 5 to Sun, Feb 8 with China Southern.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Guangzhou start at $128 from Thu, Mar 12 to Sun, Mar 15.
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.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Shanghai and Guangzhou starts at $161 from Thu, Jan 29 to Mon, Feb 2 with Spring.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Guangzhou at price $161 is offered by Spring from Thu, Jan 29 to Mon, Feb 2.
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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