Los Angeles, USAGuangzhou, China

Flights from Los Angeles to Guangzhou

Fares, airlines, flight time and both airports for LAX–CAN.

From $538 one-way · seen 11 Sept 2026
About 15h 1m nonstop
1 airline with flights or fares
11,618 kmdistance
~15h 1mnonstop
from $538one-way, nonstop, seen 11 Sept 2026
Ultra long-haulroute

Route snapshot: Los Angeles to Guangzhou

Los Angeles (LAX) to Guangzhou (CAN) is 11,618 km, about 15h 1m flying nonstop. Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on this route include China Southern Airlines. The lowest one-way fare seen recently was $538 with China Southern Airlines (nonstop), departing 16 Jan 2027 — as of 11 Sept 2026.

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Why travelers watch this route

Fares seen

The lowest one-way fare seen was $538 with China Southern Airlines (nonstop), departing 16 Jan 2027; with connections it dropped to $410. Checked 11 Sept 2026 — fares move daily.

Seasonality

Guangzhou has year-round travel demand, so fare differences often depend more on booking window and airline competition than on one single peak season.

Who flies it

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares here include China Southern Airlines. More carriers may sell it with a connection.

Airlines flying Los Angeles to Guangzhou

Carriers on LAX–CAN according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 11 Sept 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ China Southern Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Los Angeles–Guangzhou route intelligence

Updated analysis of the LAX–CAN corridor — distance, timing, and connecting options.

Route class
Ultra-long-haul
Distance
11,618 km
Flight time
14h 30m

Route profile

Los Angeles (LAX) to Guangzhou (CAN) is a ultra-long-haul corridor spanning approximately 11,618 km, with typical block time around 14h 30m.

Best time to book

Ultra-long-haul corridors reward early planners — fares are softest 12-16 weeks before departure. Premium-cabin awards open ~330 days out.

Demand-spike calendar: Spring Festival/Chinese New Year (late Jan-mid Feb) is the largest annual human migration on earth — affects pricing for most Asia-Pacific routes, not just China-direct.

Visa & arrival

Passport-validity and visa requirements differ between USA and China — most arriving travellers need at least six months of remaining passport validity. Check AirConnect's visa checker for your nationality before booking, especially if you plan to connect through a third country en route.

Best time to fly to Guangzhou

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China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Direct & Connecting Flights

Nonstop flights link Los Angeles (LAX) and Guangzhou (CAN), taking about 15h 1m. Connecting itineraries can be cheaper but take longer.

Fares & Price Guide

The lowest one-way fare seen on LAX–CAN was $538 USD (nonstop) as of 11 Sept 2026. Set a fare alert to be told when it drops.

About Guangzhou, China

Flights arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN). See the destination guide for hotels, visa requirements and travel tips.

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