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

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 82.9% of flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou were non-stop. For flights that do include a stopover, travelers typically experience one stop. This indicates that direct flights are a common option for this route. The vast majority of available flights offer a direct connection between the two cities.

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

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

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

Historically, flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou are frequently discounted. This route is classified as having frequent deal availability. Given this consistent trend over the trailing 30 days, setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers seeking to secure a favorable fare. Frequent price changes make monitoring a good strategy.

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SHA - Guangzhou
79% AI deal score
CN¥2,117
CN¥771
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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¥1,625 - CN¥2,464

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

The regular price range for this route is CNY 1625 to CNY 2464. The current lowest deal is CNY 765 with Spring Airlines for travel from Sep 19-Sep 20.

now CN¥765

Low CN¥1,625

High CN¥2,464

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

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Guangzhou

Shanghai (PVG) - Guangzhou (CAN)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥2,315

CN¥845

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Guangzhou

Shanghai (PVG) - Guangzhou (CAN)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,976

CN¥872

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Guangzhou

Shanghai (PVG) - Guangzhou (CAN)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥2,300

CN¥872

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Guangzhou

Shanghai (PVG) - Guangzhou (CAN)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥2,152

CN¥906

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Guangzhou

Shanghai (PVG) - Guangzhou (CAN)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥2,353

CN¥1,000

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Guangzhou

Shanghai (PVG) - Guangzhou (CAN)

9 Air

CN¥2,325

CN¥845

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 18

CN¥2,325 → CN¥852

63%

3 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 18

CN¥2,315 → CN¥852

63%

1 night

Sep 18 - Sep 19

CN¥2,339 → CN¥906

61%

1 night

Sep 17 - Sep 18

CN¥2,339 → CN¥912

61%

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

82.9% of recent flights are direct

Most flights on this route are direct, with frequent deals available over the last 30 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Spring Airlines is one of the carriers providing direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking when prices are $101 or less

Historically, 25% of fares were $101 or less, indicating a good booking target.

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

47% AI deal score

$737

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 24

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$737

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 17

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$773

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 17

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$773

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 17

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$773

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 15

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$773

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 15

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$773

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 15

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$773

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 17

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$773

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 17

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$773

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 typically sees prices at $182, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure can result in an average price of $320. For trips planned within a 90-day window, booking within the 14-27 day range generally offers the most favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is considered to be $101 or less. The median price for this route over a 90-day window was $132. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares historically being $347 or less. Aiming for a price at or below the $101 threshold indicates a particularly good value.

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 median prices of $113. These prices are generally lower than the annual median of $132 for this route. Travelers looking for more affordable options might consider planning their trips during 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¥1,625 - CN¥2,464

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

The regular price range for this route is CNY 1625 to CNY 2464. The current lowest deal is CNY 765 with Spring Airlines for travel from Sep 19-Sep 20.

now CN¥765

Low CN¥1,625

High CN¥2,464

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

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Guangzhou

Shanghai (PVG) - Guangzhou (CAN)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥2,315

CN¥845

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Guangzhou

Shanghai (PVG) - Guangzhou (CAN)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,976

CN¥872

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Guangzhou

Shanghai (PVG) - Guangzhou (CAN)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥2,300

CN¥872

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Guangzhou

Shanghai (PVG) - Guangzhou (CAN)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥2,152

CN¥906

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Guangzhou

Shanghai (PVG) - Guangzhou (CAN)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥2,353

CN¥1,000

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Guangzhou

Shanghai (PVG) - Guangzhou (CAN)

9 Air

CN¥2,325

CN¥845

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 18

CN¥2,325 → CN¥852

63%

3 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 18

CN¥2,315 → CN¥852

63%

1 night

Sep 18 - Sep 19

CN¥2,339 → CN¥906

61%

1 night

Sep 17 - Sep 18

CN¥2,339 → CN¥912

61%

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

82.9% of recent flights are direct

Most flights on this route are direct, with frequent deals available over the last 30 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Spring Airlines is one of the carriers providing direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking when prices are $101 or less

Historically, 25% of fares were $101 or less, indicating a good booking target.

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

Guangzhou, China

47% AI deal score

$773

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

82.9% of recent flights are direct

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Consider booking when prices are $101 or less

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

Dec 06

Dec 05

Oct 24

Oct 24

Oct 17

Oct 17

Oct 17

Oct 15

Oct 15

Oct 15

Oct 17

Oct 17

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

82.9% of recent flights are direct

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Consider booking when prices are $101 or less

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

Dec 06

Dec 05

Oct 24

Oct 24

Oct 17

Oct 17

Oct 17

Oct 15

Oct 15

Oct 15

Oct 17

Oct 17

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?