Cheap flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou

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Cheapest round-trip flightsHK$907
SpringNonstop3 hrSat, Feb 28 — Mon, Mar 2
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is currently HK$907
Cheapest one-way flightHK$387
SpringNonstop3 hrWed, Mar 4
The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is currently HK$387
Last-minute weekend getawayHK$1,117
SpringNonstop3 hrThu, Dec 25 — Mon, Dec 29
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Shanghai to Guangzhou is currently HK$1,117
Cheapest business class flightsHK$5,491
China SouthernNonstop3 hrThu, Jan 8 — Sun, Jan 11
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is currently HK$5,491
Fastest flight2 hr 20 minThe fastest nonstop flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou takes 2 hr 20 min
Nonstop flightsEvery dayThere are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou is typically October. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
October
Cheapest
Typical prices: HK$860–1,600
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: HK$1,450–2,600

Popular airlines from Shanghai to Guangzhou

  • China Southern
    Nonstop
    from HK$2,309
    Typical price: HK$2,750–3,600
    105 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - CANEvery day
    124 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - CANEvery day
  • China Eastern
    Nonstop
    Typical price: HK$4,800–5,200
    91 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - CANEvery day
    63 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - CANEvery day
  • Spring
    Nonstop
    from HK$907
    Typical price: HK$980–1,800
    42 weekly nonstop flights
    SHA - CANEvery day
    21 weekly connecting flights
    PVG - CANEvery day
  • Juneyao Airlines
    Nonstop
    42 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - CANEvery day
  • Shanghai Airlines
    Nonstop
    42 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - CANEvery day
  • Air China
    Nonstop
    32 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - CANEvery day
    52 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - CANEvery day

Popular airports near Shanghai

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
    ShanghaiChina44 min32 km
  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
    ShanghaiChina28 min13 km
  • Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)
    HangzhouChina2 hr 12 min149 km
  • Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
    WuxiChina1 hr 35 min103 km

Popular airports near Guangzhou

  • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
    GuangzhouChina33 min29 km
  • Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
    ShenzhenChina1 hr 32 min78 km
  • Zhuhai International Airport (ZUH)
    ZhuhaiChina2 hr125 km
  • Shenzhen Airport Huizhou City Houjilou (HUZ)
    HuizhouChina2 hr 6 min136 km

Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai to Guangzhou

The cheapest flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou are usually in October. Typical ticket prices in October range from HK$860 to HK$1,600.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from HK$907. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from HK$387.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is HK$2,309, flying from Mar 7 to Mar 9.
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is HK$907, flying from Feb 28 to Mar 2.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou starts at HK$907 from Sat, Feb 28 to Mon, Mar 2. The cheapest one-way flight starts at HK$387 and departs on Wed, Mar 4.
2 hr 20 min is the shortest flight time from Shanghai to Guangzhou.
The driest months (Oct–Dec) are popular with visitors. Local teams race on the Pearl River during the Dragon Boat Festival (varies Apr/May). The Guangdong Dance Festival (Guangzhou, Nov) features Chinese and international contemporary dancers. Rainy season is Apr–Aug, when it's also very warm and humid. Peak typhoon season is Jul–Sep.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Shanghai to Guangzhou.

In terms of nonstop flights, China Southern is the most popular. China Southern offers 105 nonstop flights and 124 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN).

Other popular airlines flying from Shanghai to Guangzhou are:
  • China Eastern offers 91 nonstop flights and 63 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN).
  • Spring offers 42 nonstop flights and 21 connecting flights per week. Spring flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN).
  • Juneyao Airlines offers 42 nonstop flights per week. Juneyao Airlines flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN).
  • Shanghai Airlines offers 42 nonstop flights per week. Shanghai Airlines flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN).
  • Air China offers 32 nonstop flights and 52 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN).
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Shanghai and Guangzhou.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from HK$907. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from HK$387.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is HK$2,309, flying from Mar 7 to Mar 9.
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou is HK$907, flying from Feb 28 to Mar 2.
China Southern, Hainan, China Eastern, 9 Air, Air China, Shenzhen, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and Spring fly direct from Shanghai to Guangzhou.
  • There are 105 China Southern direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 91 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 Spring direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 32 Air China direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Guangzhou at price HK$1,117 is offered by Spring from Thu, Dec 25 to Mon, Dec 29.
China Southern, Hainan, China Eastern, 9 Air, Air China, Shenzhen, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and Spring fly direct from Shanghai to Guangzhou.
  • There are 105 China Southern direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 91 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 Spring direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 32 Air China direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Shanghai and Guangzhou start at HK$907 from Sat, Feb 28 to Mon, Mar 2 with Spring.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Shanghai to Guangzhou, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Guangzhou start at HK$5,491 from Thu, Jan 8 to Sun, Jan 11 with China Southern.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Guangzhou start at HK$907 from Sat, Feb 28 to Mon, Mar 2.
To book business class trips from Shanghai to Guangzhou, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Shanghai and Guangzhou starts at HK$1,117 from Thu, Dec 25 to Mon, Dec 29 with Spring.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Guangzhou at price HK$1,117 is offered by Spring from Thu, Dec 25 to Mon, Dec 29.
To find last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to Guangzhou, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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