Cheap Flights from Guangzhou (CAN) to Dali City (DLU)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Guangzhou Airport to Dali City Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $730. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Dali City

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Guangzhou to Dali City flights are currently cheapest in July.

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Dali City

Guangzhou to Dali City: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Guangzhou to Dali City below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Dali City.

Guangzhou to Dali City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$651
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time2 hrs, 54 mins
Most popular airlineChina Southern
Average flights per week35

Finding cheap flights from Guangzhou to Dali City: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Guangzhou to Dali City is $651. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 54 minutes is the average flight time from Guangzhou to Dali City.
China Southern, Sichuan Airlines and China Eastern fly direct from Guangzhou to Dali City.
As of July 2026, there are 35 flights per week flying from Guangzhou to Dali City.
The cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Dali City is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Guangzhou Airport to Dali City Airport on Thursday, 23 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 54 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dali City but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dali City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, China Southern and China Eastern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Dali City.

Travelling from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Dali City Airport (DLU): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Guangzhou Airport to Dali City Airport is 3 hours.

  • Guangzhou and Dali City are in the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.

  • Every week, there are 27 Guangzhou Airport to Dali City Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, take the 06:20 China Southern Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 09:50 with China Southern Airlines.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your CAN to DLU flight.

  • You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • You can fly nonstop to Dali City, China. Take off with one of these carriers that operate direct flights from Guangzhou Airport to Dali City Airport:

  • China Southern is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • China Southern is the most punctual carrier operating CAN to DLU flights. An exceptional 86.99% of its services on this route land as scheduled.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guangzhou Airport to Dali City Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CAN and DLU:

    • Chengdu Tianfu International Airport

    • Kunming Airport

    • Chongqing Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Dali City Airport (DLU)

  • $279 is the best price for a one-way Guangzhou Airport to Dali City Airport flight. A return flight starts from $651. These fares can change based on demand.

  • Book one month before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CAN to DLU.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Airport to Dali City Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from CAN to DLU by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Guangzhou Airport to Dali City Airport.

Handy information about Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

  • You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.

  • Guangzhou Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart CAN arrive at their destination on time.

  • To get to Guangzhou Airport from central Guangzhou, it takes about 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near CAN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Guangzhou Airport to Dali City Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Dali City Airport (DLU)

Getting from Dali City Airport (DLU) to central Dali City

  • The address for DLU is Airport Rd..

  • Dali City Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from the centre of Dali City. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.

  • It'll take around 50 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Dali City Airport (DLU)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Guangzhou Airport to Dali City Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Dali City based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • The warmest month in Dali City is May, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Guangzhou Airport to Dali City Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CAN to DLU around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of China

  • Kunming is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Dali City. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Yunnan Grand View Garden, Colourful Yunnan Ancient City and Baosheng Temple.

  • Lijiang is another sought-after destination in China and is around 137 kilometres north of Dali City. No trip is complete without dropping by Elephant Mountain, Cherry Blossom Avenue and Hali Valley.

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