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Flight deals from Sydney to Guangzhou

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney Airport to Guangzhou Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $605. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Guangzhou.$306 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $306, select.

Guangzhou.$310 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $310, select.

Guangzhou.$313 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $313, select.

Guangzhou.$315 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $315, select.

Guangzhou.$316 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $316, select.

Guangzhou.$319 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $319, select.

Guangzhou.$320 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Feb.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $320, select.

Guangzhou.$322 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Mar.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Mon, 22 Mar, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $322, select.

Guangzhou.$322 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $322, select.

Guangzhou.$323 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Jun.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Fri, 18 Jun, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $323, select.

Guangzhou.$326 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $326, select.

Guangzhou.$338 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 May.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Thu, 20 May, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $338, select.

Guangzhou.$435 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Sydney on Wed, 7 Jul, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $435, select.

Guangzhou.$666 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Sydney on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $666, select.

Guangzhou.$675 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Oct.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Sydney on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $675, select.

Guangzhou.$678 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Sydney on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $678, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Guangzhou

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

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Direct flights from Sydney to Guangzhou

Sydney to Guangzhou: Alternative routes

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

Sydney to Guangzhou: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$306
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	9 hrs, 56 mins
Most popular airline	China Southern
Average flights per week	32

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Guangzhou: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Sydney to Guangzhou?

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Guangzhou is $531. 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 Sydney to Guangzhou?

9 hours and 56 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Guangzhou.

Which airlines fly direct from Sydney to Guangzhou?

China Southern, Qantas and Sichuan Airlines fly direct from Sydney to Guangzhou.

How many flights are there a week from Sydney to Guangzhou?

As of July 2026, there are 32 flights per week flying from Sydney to Guangzhou.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Guangzhou?

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Guangzhou is usually November.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Guangzhou Airport on Thursday, 12 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Sydney Airport to Guangzhou Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 56 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 Sydney Airport to Guangzhou with?

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

Travelling from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN): what you need to know

Take a direct flight from Sydney Airport to Guangzhou Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 9 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Guangzhou is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Sydney.
Flights from SYD to CAN start from 08:10 — the earliest with China Southern Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:15 with China Southern Airlines. Overall, there are 18 weekly Sydney Airport to Guangzhou Airport flights.
Your SYD to CAN flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Travelling to Guangzhou (and then exploring more of China!) is a cinch with China Southern. This popular airline offers direct flights from Sydney Airport to Guangzhou Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is China Southern.
China Southern is the most punctual carrier that offers SYD to CAN flights. An impressive 94.12% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sydney Airport to Guangzhou Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SYD and CAN include:
- Hong Kong Intl Airport
- Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
- Brisbane Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight is $306. A round-trip fare is currently $531. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from SYD to CAN by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Sydney Airport to Guangzhou Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Finding cheap flights from SYD to CAN is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney Airport to Guangzhou Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)

66% of flights departing from Sydney Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Sydney Airport from central Sydney, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Sydney Airport to Guangzhou Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SYD:

Arriving at Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

Reserve a hotel close to CAN if you have a late Sydney Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Guangzhou Airport rental car and discover parts of Guangzhou that aren't in every guidebook. Book your wheels with Hertz.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Guangzhou Airport around two weeks before you set off.

When to fly to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Sydney Airport to Guangzhou Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Guangzhou. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Sydney Airport to Guangzhou Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Guangzhou, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to CAN in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.

Explore more of China

You've visited Guangzhou, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Journey about 105 kilometres south-east to Shenzhen to tick off its top sights. From Huangshan Mountain to The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another side of China, consider Dongguan, roughly 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park are key reasons to visit.