Can I fly direct from Guangzhou to London?

Direct flights from Guangzhou to London are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the overall flight options. Historically, approximately 15.2% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving a stopover, travelers typically experience one stop between the two cities.

How long is the flight from Guangzhou to London?

The direct flight from Guangzhou to London typically takes around 12 hours and 40 minutes, covering a distance of 9431 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration increases significantly to approximately 19 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference in travel time when planning their journey.

How much more do direct flights from Guangzhou to London cost?

Historically, direct flights from Guangzhou to London cost approximately 34% more than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $992, while connecting flights had a median price of $741. Direct flights constituted about 15.6% of the available options in the trailing 90 days.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Guangzhou to London

2026-11-04 – 2026-11-10
CAN - London
78% AI deal score
CN¥4,584
CN¥4,019
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2026-10-11 – 2026-10-18
CAN - London
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CN¥3,617
CN¥4,026
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2026-11-13 – 2026-11-22
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CN¥4,636
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2026-11-16 – 2026-11-23
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2026-10-06 – 2026-10-18
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CN¥3,462
CN¥4,060
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2026-10-17 – 2026-10-30
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2026-10-08 – 2026-10-18
CAN - London
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CN¥3,516
CN¥4,060
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2026-11-19 – 2026-11-28
CAN - London
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CN¥4,640
CN¥4,060
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2026-10-18 – 2026-10-25
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Guangzhou to London: Overview

Insights for flights from Guangzhou to London

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Guangzhou to London, the data indicates that February is typically the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $451. March also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $466, while July presents another relatively affordable option at a median of $575. Planning your trip around these months could result in more favorable prices.

Right now, fares for this route are below the typical level, with the cheapest flights from Guangzhou to London typically ranging from $517 to $1015, and a median fare of $766. Currently, 10% of recent fares are classified as a good price, suggesting that opportunities for savings are available. New deals appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices regularly.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 15.2% of recent fares being direct flights from Guangzhou to London. For the majority of flights that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you should generally expect at least one stop on your journey.

A typical journey from Guangzhou to London takes approximately 19h 20m, including connections. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, this median duration reflects the total travel time from departure to arrival, accounting for the additional time spent during layovers.

The distance between Guangzhou and London is approximately 9431 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This significant distance contributes to the overall flight duration and the typical need for connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Guangzhou to London

Regular price: CN¥3,998 - CN¥6,872

Prices for flights from Guangzhou to London are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is CNY 3998-CNY 6872. The current lowest deal is CNY 3996 with AirAsia for travel from Nov 4-Nov 10.

now CN¥3,996

Low CN¥3,998

High CN¥6,872

The cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to London

The cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to London is February, with a median price of $451. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $1113. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥451

January

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥1,113

Jan

Feb

Mar

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May

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Jul

Aug

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Direct flights from Guangzhou to London

China Southern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Guangzhou to London

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - London

Guangzhou (CAN) - London (STN)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥6,358

CN¥5,587

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - London

Guangzhou (CAN) - London (LGW)

CN¥5,710

CN¥4,788

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - London

Guangzhou (CAN) - London (LGW)

CN¥5,637

CN¥4,788

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - London

Guangzhou (CAN) - London (LGW)

CN¥5,606

CN¥4,788

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - London

Guangzhou (CAN) - London (LGW)

CN¥5,592

CN¥4,795

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - London

Guangzhou (CAN) - London (LTN)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥5,498

CN¥4,646

One-way

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

19 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 29

CN¥7,943 → CN¥5,452

31%

5 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 22

CN¥6,966 → CN¥4,856

30%

3 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 10

CN¥6,325 → CN¥4,788

24%

4 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 10

CN¥6,321 → CN¥4,788

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Guangzhou to London

Guangzhou - London route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Guangzhou to London are below the typical level at $3996.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to London, with a median price of $451.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 19h 20m

Flights from Guangzhou to London typically take 19 hours and 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with 15.2% direct flights and a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Southern Airlines offers direct flights

China Southern Airlines is one airline offering direct flights for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Guangzhou to London are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Guangzhou main airports to depart from

Guangzhou Baiyun International (CAN)

Cheapest

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is a good option for flights from Guangzhou to London.

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

💸 Flights from ~$760

London main airports to arrive at

Gatwick (LGW)

Cheapest

Gatwick Airport offers a convenient arrival option for flights from Guangzhou to London.

📍 ~40 km from London city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$760

Airports nearby London used as alternative

Birmingham (BHX)

Cheapest

Birmingham Airport is a major international hub and a reliable alternative when London airports are congested.

📍 ~160 km from London (reachable by rail)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥5,219

Business & First Class Flight Deals to London

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$3,861

$3,042

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to London

Historically, the best prices for flights from Guangzhou to London are found when booking in the '28-59 days' window. Flights booked within this period typically average around $641. In contrast, booking within '0-6 days' of departure generally sees prices rise to an average of $1241. Even booking '60+ days' out tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $767.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Guangzhou to London is considered to be $517 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $766. For travelers seeking to stay within a reasonable budget, aiming for prices at or below the $517 threshold is advisable.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Guangzhou to London include February, with a median price of $451, and March, with a median price of $466. July also shows a relatively lower median price of $575. These months offer more economical options compared to the annual median price of $766 for this route.

Guangzhou to London: Overview

Insights for flights from Guangzhou to London

How much is a round trip from Guangzhou to London

Regular price: CN¥3,998 - CN¥6,872

Prices for flights from Guangzhou to London are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is CNY 3998-CNY 6872. The current lowest deal is CNY 3996 with AirAsia for travel from Nov 4-Nov 10.

now CN¥3,996

Low CN¥3,998

High CN¥6,872

The cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to London

February

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥451

January

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥1,113

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec