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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Guangzhou Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $157. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Guangzhou.$155 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $155, select.

Guangzhou.$156 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Dec, returning Wed, 23 Dec.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $156, select.

Guangzhou.$158 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $158, select.

Guangzhou.$158 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $158, select.

Guangzhou.$158 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $158, select.

Guangzhou.$158 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $158, select.

Guangzhou.$159 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $159, select.

Guangzhou.$164 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $164, select.

Guangzhou.$164 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $164, select.

Guangzhou.$179 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Thu, 7 Jan.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $179, select.

Guangzhou.$182 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $182, select.

Guangzhou.$186 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $186, select.

Guangzhou.$203 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $203, select.

Guangzhou.$204 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Feb, returning Thu, 18 Mar.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $204, select.

Guangzhou.$204 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Mar, returning Thu, 18 Mar.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $204, select.

Guangzhou.$229 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan, returning Tue, 2 Feb.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $229, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao to Guangzhou

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

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Shanghai Hongqiao to Guangzhou: Alternative routes

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

Shanghai to Guangzhou: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$155
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	2 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airline	China Southern
Average flights per week	453

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao to Guangzhou: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Shanghai Hongqiao to Guangzhou?

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Hongqiao to Guangzhou is $155. 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 Shanghai Hongqiao to Guangzhou?

2 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Hongqiao to Guangzhou.

Which airlines fly direct from Shanghai Hongqiao to Guangzhou?

China Southern, China Eastern and Sichuan Airlines fly direct from Shanghai Hongqiao to Guangzhou.

How many flights are there a week from Shanghai Hongqiao to Guangzhou?

As of August 2026, there are 453 flights per week flying from Shanghai Hongqiao to Guangzhou.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao to Guangzhou?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao to Guangzhou is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Guangzhou Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Guangzhou Airport on Saturday, 24 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Guangzhou Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 25 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 Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Guangzhou with?

Currently, Spring Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Guangzhou.

Travelling from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN): what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Guangzhou Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
Shanghai and Guangzhou are both in the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Each week, there are 277 Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Guangzhou Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, select the 07:25 Spring Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 22:30 with China Eastern Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your SHA to CAN flight.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Plenty of airlines offer direct flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Guangzhou Airport. Fly nonstop to Guangzhou with these carriers and discover this incredible part of China:
China Southern is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With a dependable 86.49% of services landing on schedule, China Southern is the most punctual carrier for SHA to CAN flights.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Guangzhou Airport. These are the top stopovers between SHA and CAN:
- Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
- Changsha Airport
- Fuzhou Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

$75 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. A return flight starts from $155. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from SHA to CAN, reserve your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Guangzhou Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Landing cheap flights from SHA to CAN is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Guangzhou Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)

SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SHA touch down on schedule 85% of the time.
To reach Shanghai Hongqiao Airport from central Shanghai, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to SHA? If you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Guangzhou Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

If you're arriving on a late Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near CAN:
Venture beyond Guangzhou and check out places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Guangzhou Airport rental car from Hertz.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Guangzhou Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.

When to fly to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

August is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Guangzhou Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Guangzhou in March.
Lock in your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Guangzhou Airport for July if you'd like to go to Guangzhou during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SHA to CAN sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of China

You've done Guangzhou, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Travel around 105 kilometres south-east to Shenzhen to tick off its top attractions. From Huangshan Mountain to The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in China, head for Dongguan, about 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park are among its highlights.