Are direct flights from Guangzhou to Beijing always the best option?

Direct flights are often the most convenient and time-efficient choice, but they are not always the cheapest. Flights with one or more layovers can sometimes offer significant savings. Consider your budget and time constraints when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Guangzhou to Beijing flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flight options. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same week. Weekday travel or off-peak seasons may offer better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Guangzhou to Beijing flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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2026-10-13 – 2026-10-20
CAN - Beijing
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CN¥1,538
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Guangzhou to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing

A typical journey from Guangzhou to Beijing takes about 6h 15m, including connections. While most itineraries on this route are non-stop, the overall median journey time accounts for all types of flights. This duration covers the travel from departure in Guangzhou to arrival in Beijing, providing a comprehensive estimate for your trip.

Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from Guangzhou to Beijing, fares are typically between $246–$614, with a median of $309. Current fares are below the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

The cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Beijing is often in July, when the median fare is $213. Other affordable months include October, with a median fare of $286, and September, where the median fare is $287. These months present opportunities to find more budget-friendly options for your trip.

For flights from Guangzhou to Beijing, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 73.2% of recent fares being direct. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This indicates that you will predominantly find convenient direct flights for this route.

The distance between Guangzhou and Beijing is 1881 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves several hours of flight time, making it a significant domestic journey within the country.

How much is a round trip from Guangzhou to Beijing

Regular price: CN¥1,273 - CN¥2,597

Prices for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is 1,273 CNY to 2,597 CNY. The current lowest deal is 1,278 CNY with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Oct 13-Oct 20.

now CN¥1,278

Low CN¥1,273

High CN¥2,597

The cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Beijing

The cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Beijing is July, with a median price of 213 USD. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of 629 USD. Generally, prices are lower from July to October.

July

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥213

November

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥629

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Beijing

China Eastern Airlines

Hainan Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Guangzhou to Beijing

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Beijing

Guangzhou (CAN) - Beijing (PKX)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,817

CN¥1,864

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Beijing

Guangzhou (CAN) - Beijing (PEK)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥1,747

CN¥1,817

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Beijing

Guangzhou (CAN) - Beijing (PEK)

Cathay Pacific

CN¥3,030

CN¥8,253

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Beijing

Guangzhou (CAN) - Beijing (PKX)

Xiamen Airlines

CN¥1,540

CN¥2,105

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Beijing

Guangzhou (CAN) - Beijing (PEK)

Cathay Pacific

CN¥3,231

CN¥8,253

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Beijing

Guangzhou (CAN) - Beijing (PKX)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,818

CN¥1,448

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing

1 night

Oct 13 - Oct 14

CN¥3,063 → CN¥1,971

36%

7 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 19

CN¥2,585 → CN¥1,542

40%

1 night

Oct 10 - Oct 11

CN¥2,083 → CN¥1,314

37%

2 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 11

CN¥2,079 → CN¥1,321

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Guangzhou to Beijing

Guangzhou - Beijing route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares below the typical level

Recent fares from Guangzhou to Beijing are below the typical level, with a median of $309.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the best prices

Historically, July offers the lowest median prices at $213 for flights to Beijing.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 6h 15m

The typical direct flight from Guangzhou to Beijing takes 6 hours and 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

73.2% of flights are direct

Most flights on this route are direct, with 73.2% of recent deals being nonstop.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers deals

China Eastern Airlines has recent deals for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing are historically rare, appearing infrequently.

Guangzhou main airports to depart from

Guangzhou Baiyun International (CAN)

Cheapest

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing.

📍 ~29 km from city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,287

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Cheapest

Beijing Daxing International Airport is a good option for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing.

📍 ~44 km from Beijing (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,247

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Tianjin Binhai International (TSN)

Tianjin Binhai International is a primary alternative due to its proximity and high-speed rail link to Beijing.

📍 ~115 km from Beijing (reachable by high-speed rail, requires ground transfer to Beijing South railway station)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,151

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Beijing

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From CAN

Elite

Dec 20

Beijing, China

71% AI deal score

$1,254

$899

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Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 26

Beijing, China

69% AI deal score

$1,114

$899

Save $215

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 26

Beijing, China

69% AI deal score

$1,114

$899

Save $215

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 26

Beijing, China

69% AI deal score

$1,139

$899

Save $240

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 25

Beijing, China

68% AI deal score

$1,075

$899

Save $176

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 25

Beijing, China

68% AI deal score

$1,047

$899

Save $148

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Nov 05

Beijing, China

68% AI deal score

$1,041

$899

Save $142

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 25

Beijing, China

68% AI deal score

$1,061

$899

Save $162

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 14

Beijing, China

68% AI deal score

$1,035

$899

Save $136

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 22

Beijing, China

68% AI deal score

$1,061

$899

Save $162

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 24

Beijing, China

68% AI deal score

$1,180

$1,004

Save $176

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Nov 01

Beijing, China

67% AI deal score

$636

$530

Save $106

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may also present lower-cost options.

Booking flights in advance, typically several weeks or months before your intended travel date, can often result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares is usually a good strategy. Mid-week bookings may sometimes offer slight advantages.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes provide more flight options or potentially lower fares, depending on your specific travel plans. While it may add to ground transportation, the overall cost savings could be significant. Always check the total travel time and expenses.

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Guangzhou to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing

How much is a round trip from Guangzhou to Beijing

Regular price: CN¥1,273 - CN¥2,597

Prices for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is 1,273 CNY to 2,597 CNY. The current lowest deal is 1,278 CNY with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Oct 13-Oct 20.

now CN¥1,278

Low CN¥1,273

High CN¥2,597

The cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Beijing

July

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥213

November

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥629

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Beijing

China Eastern Airlines

Hainan Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Guangzhou to Beijing

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Beijing

Guangzhou (CAN) - Beijing (PKX)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,817

CN¥1,864

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Beijing

Guangzhou (CAN) - Beijing (PEK)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥1,747

CN¥1,817

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Beijing

Guangzhou (CAN) - Beijing (PEK)

Cathay Pacific

CN¥3,030

CN¥8,253

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Beijing

Guangzhou (CAN) - Beijing (PKX)

Xiamen Airlines

CN¥1,540

CN¥2,105

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Beijing

Guangzhou (CAN) - Beijing (PEK)

Cathay Pacific

CN¥3,231

CN¥8,253

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Beijing

Guangzhou (CAN) - Beijing (PKX)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,818

CN¥1,448

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing

1 night

Oct 13 - Oct 14

CN¥3,063 → CN¥1,971

36%

7 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 19

CN¥2,585 → CN¥1,542

40%

1 night

Oct 10 - Oct 11

CN¥2,083 → CN¥1,314

37%

2 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 11

CN¥2,079 → CN¥1,321

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Guangzhou to Beijing

Guangzhou - Beijing route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares below the typical level

Recent fares from Guangzhou to Beijing are below the typical level, with a median of $309.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the best prices

Historically, July offers the lowest median prices at $213 for flights to Beijing.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 6h 15m

The typical direct flight from Guangzhou to Beijing takes 6 hours and 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

73.2% of flights are direct

Most flights on this route are direct, with 73.2% of recent deals being nonstop.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers deals

China Eastern Airlines has recent deals for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing are historically rare, appearing infrequently.

Guangzhou main airports to depart from

Guangzhou Baiyun International (CAN)

Cheapest

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing.

📍 ~29 km from city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,287

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Cheapest

Beijing Daxing International Airport is a good option for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing.

📍 ~44 km from Beijing (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,247

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Tianjin Binhai International (TSN)

Tianjin Binhai International is a primary alternative due to its proximity and high-speed rail link to Beijing.

Beijing, China

67% AI deal score

$636

$530

Save $106

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

Cheap Flights from Guangzhou to Beijing

Today’s best flight deals from Guangzhou to Beijing

Guangzhou to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing

How much is a round trip from Guangzhou to Beijing

The cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Beijing

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Beijing

Last-minute flights going from Guangzhou to Beijing

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing

Popular Airports to fly from Guangzhou to Beijing

Guangzhou - Beijing route insights

Recent fares below the typical level

Fly in July for the best prices

Direct flights take 6h 15m

73.2% of flights are direct

China Eastern Airlines offers deals

Deals are rare on this route

Guangzhou main airports to depart from

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Beijing

Best Elite deals to Beijing

Dec 20

Oct 26

Oct 26

Oct 26

Oct 25

Oct 25

Nov 05

Oct 25

Oct 14

Oct 22

Oct 24

Nov 01

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

How can I find cheap flights from Guangzhou to Beijing?

When should I book flights from Guangzhou to Beijing?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing?

Are direct flights from Guangzhou to Beijing always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Guangzhou to Beijing flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Guangzhou to Beijing flights?

Related routes

More routes from Guangzhou

Flights to Beijing from other cities

Guangzhou to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing

How much is a round trip from Guangzhou to Beijing

The cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Beijing

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Beijing

Last-minute flights going from Guangzhou to Beijing

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing

Popular Airports to fly from Guangzhou to Beijing

Guangzhou - Beijing route insights

Recent fares below the typical level

Fly in July for the best prices

Direct flights take 6h 15m

73.2% of flights are direct

China Eastern Airlines offers deals

Deals are rare on this route

Guangzhou main airports to depart from

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Beijing

Best Elite deals to Beijing

Dec 20

Oct 26

Oct 26

Oct 26

Oct 25

Oct 25

Nov 05

Oct 25

Oct 14

Oct 22

Oct 24

Nov 01

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

How can I find cheap flights from Guangzhou to Beijing?

When should I book flights from Guangzhou to Beijing?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Guangzhou to Beijing?