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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Guangzhou

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Guangzhou Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,122. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Guangzhou.$1,070 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,070, select.

Guangzhou.$1,092 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Guangzhou on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,092, select.

Guangzhou.$1,120 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Guangzhou on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,120, select.

Guangzhou.$1,121 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Thu, 29 Oct.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,121, select.

Guangzhou.$1,122 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,122, select.

Guangzhou.$1,122 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Mar, returning Wed, 24 Mar.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 24 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,122, select.

Guangzhou.$1,123 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov, returning Thu, 21 Jan.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,123, select.

Guangzhou.$1,131 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,131, select.

Guangzhou.$1,196 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Thu, 17 Dec.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,196, select.

Guangzhou.$1,201 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan, returning Mon, 15 Feb.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,201, select.

Guangzhou.$1,206 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Wed, 25 Nov.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,206, select.

Guangzhou.$1,215 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan, returning Mon, 25 Jan.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,215, select.

Guangzhou.$1,215 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Mar, returning Thu, 1 Apr.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,215, select.

Guangzhou.$1,226 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,226, select.

Guangzhou.$1,228 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Jan, returning Mon, 1 Mar.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,228, select.

Guangzhou.$1,230 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec, returning Thu, 14 Jan.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,230, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Guangzhou

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

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San Francisco International to Guangzhou: Alternative routes

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

San Francisco to Guangzhou: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$1,070
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	15 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airline	China Southern
Average flights per week	3

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Guangzhou: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from San Francisco International to Guangzhou?

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Guangzhou is $1,070. 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.

How long does it take to fly from San Francisco International to Guangzhou?

15 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Guangzhou.

Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Guangzhou?

China Southern flies direct from San Francisco International to Guangzhou.

How many flights are there a week from San Francisco International to Guangzhou?

As of August 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Guangzhou.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco International to Guangzhou?

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Guangzhou is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Guangzhou Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Guangzhou Airport on Wednesday, 28 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Guangzhou Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours and 2 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Guangzhou?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Guangzhou?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Guangzhou with?

Currently, Vietnam Airlines and China Southern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Guangzhou.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Guangzhou Airport is 14 hours 55 minutes.
Guangzhou's timezone is UTC+8, making Guangzhou 16 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Leave enough time to catch your SFO to CAN flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
China Southern has direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Guangzhou Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Guangzhou — and maybe even more of China if time allows.
China Southern tops the list for bookings on this route.
China Southern is the most punctual carrier operating SFO to CAN flights, with 70.59% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Guangzhou Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SFO and CAN:
- Hong Kong Intl Airport
- Brisbane Airport
- Auckland International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

$611 is the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,070. These prices may change depending on demand.
Get cheap tickets from SFO to CAN by booking at least four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Guangzhou Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SFO to CAN by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Guangzhou Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

78% of flights leaving from San Francisco International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Guangzhou Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a San Francisco International Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CAN instead:
Travel where the road takes you with a Guangzhou Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Guangzhou's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Guangzhou Airport around two weeks before you travel.

Getting from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou

You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Guangzhou. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.

When to fly to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Guangzhou Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Guangzhou based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Guangzhou Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Guangzhou, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to CAN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

You've visited Guangzhou, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Journey around 105 kilometres south-east to Shenzhen to tick off its leading attractions. From Huangshan Mountain to The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Dongguan is another favourite destination in China and is around 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. No trip is complete without visiting Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park.