Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to Guangzhou (CAN)

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Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Guangzhou

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Guangzhou flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Guangzhou

New York John F. Kennedy to Guangzhou: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York John F. Kennedy to Guangzhou below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Guangzhou.

New York to Guangzhou: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,643
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time16 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineChina Southern
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Guangzhou: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Guangzhou is $1,641. 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.
16 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from New York John F. Kennedy to Guangzhou.
China Southern flies direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Guangzhou.
As of May 2025, there are 2 flights per week flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Guangzhou.
The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Guangzhou is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Guangzhou Airport on Monday, 3 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 16 hours and 15 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 Guangzhou 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 Guangzhou is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Korean Air and China Southern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Guangzhou.

Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 15 hours 55 minutes.

  • The timezone in Guangzhou is UTC+8, which is 12 hours ahead of New York.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your JFK to CAN flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Getting to Guangzhou (and then discovering more of China!) is easy with China Southern Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.

  • Most travellers choose to travel with China Southern Airlines on this route.

  • The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for JFK to CAN flights is China Southern Airlines.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between JFK and CAN include:

    • Auckland Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Dubai Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

  • At the moment, $770 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,641. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • Book six months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from JFK to CAN.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.

  • Finding cheap flights from JFK to CAN is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • JFK's address is JFK Airport.

  • 74.1% of flights that take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • To reach John F. Kennedy International Airport from central New York, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.

  • Need a handy hotel near JFK? If you're catching an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

Getting from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou

  • The address for CAN is Airport W Ave.

  • From Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, Guangzhou is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.

When to fly to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Guangzhou. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Guangzhou during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JFK to CAN in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.

Explore more of China

  • Guangzhou has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. About 105 kilometres south-east of Guangzhou, a visit to Shenzhen will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning.

  • Around 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou, Dongguan is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画.

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