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Guangzhou.$875 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $875, select.
Guangzhou.$910 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Wed, 22 Oct.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $910, select.
Guangzhou.$918 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Guangzhou on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $918, select.
Guangzhou.$918 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Guangzhou on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $918, select.
Guangzhou.$1,019 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug, returning Thu, 23 Oct.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,019, select.
Guangzhou.$1,020 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Aug, returning Wed, 27 Aug.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,020, select.
Guangzhou.$1,034 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Guangzhou on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,034, select.
Guangzhou.$1,037 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Mon, 17 Nov.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,037, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Guangzhou

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Guangzhou flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from $1,111
Aug
from $1,020
Sep
from $918
Oct
from $910
Nov
from $1,109
Dec
from $1,109
Jan
from $1,109
Feb
from $1,113
Mar
from $1,109
Apr
from $1,194
May
from $1,342
Jun
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London Heathrow to Guangzhou: Alternative routes

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

London to Guangzhou: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$875
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time11 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineChina Southern
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Guangzhou: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Guangzhou is $875. 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.
11 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Guangzhou.
China Southern flies direct from London Heathrow to Guangzhou.
As of July 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Guangzhou.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Guangzhou is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou Airport on Wednesday, 24 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 50 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, Hainan Airlines and China Southern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Guangzhou.

Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is 11 hours 50 minutes.

  • The timezone in Guangzhou is UTC+8, which is eight hours ahead of London.

  • Take your pick of ten weekly London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flights. The 21:10 departure with China Southern Airlines is the earliest flight available. China Southern Airlines operates the last service of the day at 22:10.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your LHR to CAN flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • China Southern Airlines is your gateway to exploring Guangzhou (and perhaps some other great corners of China!). Check out the direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is China Southern Airlines.

  • With a reliable 97.83% of services arriving as planned, China Southern Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating LHR to CAN flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between LHR and CAN:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Beijing Capital International Airport

    • Daxing International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

  • $548 is the best price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight. Return flights start at $875. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.

  • Score cheap tickets from LHR to CAN by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LHR to CAN by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.

Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

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

  • The street address for CAN is Airport W Ave.

  • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to the centre of Guangzhou has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.

When to fly to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Guangzhou. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Guangzhou is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from LHR to CAN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

  • Shenzhen is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Guangzhou. Around 105 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning.

  • Dongguan is another well-known destination in China and is around 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. No trip is complete without a visit to 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画.

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