How many flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou are non-stop?

Historically, a significant majority of flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou are non-stop. Approximately 82.9% of flights on this route are direct. For the remaining flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is one. This indicates that travelers can typically expect a direct journey when flying between these two cities.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou?

A direct flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou typically takes about 2 hours and 25 minutes, covering a distance of 1203 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging 10 hours and 5 minutes. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey between the two cities.

Should I set a price alert for Shanghai to Guangzhou flights?

Historically, flight prices for the Shanghai to Guangzhou route have shown frequent fluctuations. This route is classified as one where deals appear frequently. Setting a price alert can be beneficial for travelers, as it allows them to be notified when prices drop. This can help in securing a more favorable fare for their journey.

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Shanghai to Guangzhou: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou

For flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou, fares typically range from $101–$347, with a median of $132. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, yet 39% of recent fares were still classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou? The data indicates that May is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $109. Following closely are April and March, both showing median fares of $113. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

A typical journey from Shanghai to Guangzhou takes about 2h 25m. This route is characterized by a high proportion of direct flights, as almost all itineraries are non-stop. For the few itineraries that do include connections, travelers can expect a typical journey time of 11h 55m, usually involving one stopover.

The distance between Shanghai and Guangzhou is approximately 1,203 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul journey, making it a quick and convenient option for travelers.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Guangzhou

Regular price: CN¥1,343 - CN¥2,646

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou is CNY 1343 to CNY 2646. The current lowest deal is CNY 751 with Spring Airlines for travel from Oct 17-Oct 21.

now CN¥751

Low CN¥1,343

High CN¥2,646

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou is May, with a median price of $109. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $616. Prices are generally lower from March to September.

May

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥109

December

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥616

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Guangzhou

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Guangzhou

Shanghai (SHA) - Guangzhou (CAN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,665

CN¥751

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Guangzhou

Shanghai (SHA) - Guangzhou (CAN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,020

CN¥751

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Guangzhou

Shanghai (SHA) - Guangzhou (CAN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,147

CN¥751

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Guangzhou

Shanghai (SHA) - Guangzhou (CAN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,161

CN¥751

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Guangzhou

Shanghai (SHA) - Guangzhou (CAN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,874

CN¥751

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Guangzhou

Shanghai (SHA) - Guangzhou (CAN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,644

CN¥778

One-way

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

5 nights

Oct 4 - Oct 9

CN¥1,925 → CN¥779

60%

2 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 10

CN¥1,840 → CN¥752

59%

3 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 11

CN¥1,840 → CN¥752

59%

1 night

Oct 8 - Oct 9

CN¥1,836 → CN¥752

59%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou

Shanghai - Guangzhou route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Guangzhou are below the typical level, with 39% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the lowest median prices

Historically, May offers the lowest median prices at $109, followed by April and March.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 25m

Direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou typically take 2 hours and 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant

Most flights on this route are direct, making up 82.9% of recent bookings.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Spring Airlines provides direct flights for this route, with deals recently found for $751.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou are frequently available, typically within 30 days.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport offers flights to Guangzhou, with prices from 854 CNY.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car or metro).

💸 Flights from ~CN¥854

Guangzhou main airports to arrive at

Guangzhou Baiyun International (CAN)

Cheapest

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is a key arrival point for flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥753

Airports nearby Guangzhou used as alternative

Shenzhen Bao an International (SZX)

Shenzhen Bao an International is a major international hub with extensive domestic and growing global network.

📍 ~110 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail, car). Ground transit can be affected by heavy road traffic.

💸 Flights from ~CN¥834

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Nov 17

Guangzhou, China

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$535

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Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 23

Guangzhou, China

48% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 21

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 13

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 02

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 03

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 14

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 21

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 14

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 18

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 18

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

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Oct 14

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Guangzhou

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou is 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price is around $115. Booking 7-13 days out sees an average price of $182, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure typically results in a higher average price of $320. For those planning far in advance, flights booked 60+ days out average $359.

A good price for a flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is typically $101 or less. Historically, across a 90-day trailing window, the median price for this route has been $132. About 25% of all flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou were priced at or below $101. However, prices can go up, with 75% of flights costing $347 or less.

Historically, May, April, and March have offered the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou. In May, the median price was $109, while April and March both saw a median price of $113. These prices are generally lower than the annual median of $132 for this route. Travelers looking for more affordable options may consider these months.

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Shanghai to Guangzhou: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou

The distance between Shanghai and Guangzhou is approximately 1,203 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul journey, making it a quick and convenient option for travelers.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Guangzhou

Regular price: CN¥1,343 - CN¥2,646

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou is CNY 1343 to CNY 2646. The current lowest deal is CNY 751 with Spring Airlines for travel from Oct 17-Oct 21.

now CN¥751

Low CN¥1,343

High CN¥2,646

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou

May

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥109

December

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥616

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Guangzhou

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Guangzhou

Shanghai (SHA) - Guangzhou (CAN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,665

CN¥751

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Guangzhou

Shanghai (SHA) - Guangzhou (CAN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,020

CN¥751

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Guangzhou

Shanghai (SHA) - Guangzhou (CAN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,147

CN¥751

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Guangzhou

Shanghai (SHA) - Guangzhou (CAN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,161

CN¥751

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Guangzhou

Shanghai (SHA) - Guangzhou (CAN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,874

CN¥751

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Guangzhou

Shanghai (SHA) - Guangzhou (CAN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,644

CN¥778

One-way

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

5 nights

Oct 4 - Oct 9

CN¥1,925 → CN¥779

60%

2 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 10

CN¥1,840 → CN¥752

59%

3 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 11

CN¥1,840 → CN¥752

59%

1 night

Oct 8 - Oct 9

CN¥1,836 → CN¥752

59%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou

Shanghai - Guangzhou route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Guangzhou are below the typical level, with 39% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the lowest median prices

Historically, May offers the lowest median prices at $109, followed by April and March.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 25m

Direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou typically take 2 hours and 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant

Most flights on this route are direct, making up 82.9% of recent bookings.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Spring Airlines provides direct flights for this route, with deals recently found for $751.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou are frequently available, typically within 30 days.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport offers flights to Guangzhou, with prices from 854 CNY.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car or metro).

💸 Flights from ~CN¥854

Guangzhou main airports to arrive at

Guangzhou Baiyun International (CAN)

Cheapest

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is a key arrival point for flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥753

Airports nearby Guangzhou used as alternative

Shenzhen Bao an International (SZX)

Shenzhen Bao an International is a major international hub with extensive domestic and growing global network.

📍 ~110 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail, car). Ground transit can be affected by heavy road traffic.

💸 Flights from ~CN¥834

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Guangzhou

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou.

Elite

Best Elite deals to Guangzhou

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From PVG

Elite

Nov 17

Guangzhou, China

78% AI deal score

$860

$535

Save $325

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 23

Guangzhou, China

48% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 21

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 13

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 02

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 03

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 14

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 21

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 14

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 18

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 18

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 14

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$719

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Guangzhou

Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou

Today’s best flight deals from Shanghai to Guangzhou

Shanghai to Guangzhou: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Guangzhou

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou

Direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Guangzhou

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou

Shanghai - Guangzhou route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in May for the lowest median prices

Direct flights average 2h 25m

Direct flights are dominant

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Guangzhou main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Guangzhou used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Guangzhou

Best Elite deals to Guangzhou

Nov 17

Oct 23

Oct 21

Oct 13

Oct 02

Oct 03

Oct 14

Oct 21

Oct 14

Oct 18

Oct 18

Oct 14

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Guangzhou

When is the best time to book flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou?

How much should a flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou cost?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou?

How many flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou are non-stop?

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou?

Should I set a price alert for Shanghai to Guangzhou flights?

Related routes

More routes from Shanghai

Flights to Guangzhou from other cities

Shanghai to Guangzhou: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Guangzhou

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou

Direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Guangzhou

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou

Shanghai - Guangzhou route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in May for the lowest median prices

Direct flights average 2h 25m

Direct flights are dominant

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Guangzhou main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Guangzhou used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Guangzhou

Best Elite deals to Guangzhou

Nov 17

Oct 23

Oct 21

Oct 13

Oct 02

Oct 03

Oct 14

Oct 21

Oct 14

Oct 18

Oct 18

Oct 14

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Guangzhou

When is the best time to book flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou?

How much should a flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou cost?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou?