Pearl River in Guangzhou, Guangzhou — flights from Frankfurt to Guangzhou
Frankfurt, GermanyGuangzhou, China

Flights from Frankfurt to Guangzhou

Nonstop flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Guangzhou (CAN) take about 11h 47m (9,021 km). China Southern Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $886 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Frankfurt to Guangzhou

Carriers on FRA–CAN according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ China Southern Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Frankfurt to Guangzhou fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Apr 2027, from $886 one-way. With stops: Dec 2026, from $377. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$98530 Oct 2026 · China Southern Airlines$559 · 2 stops30 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$9068 Nov 2026 · China Southern Airlines$387 · 2 stops17 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$9009 Dec 2026 · China Southern Airlines$377 · 2 stops8 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$9842 Jan 2027 · China Southern Airlines$486 · 1 stop2 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$163811 Feb 2027 · China Southern Airlines$514 · 3 stops11 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$9752 Mar 2027 · China Southern Airlines$471 · 2 stops2 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$8869 Apr 2027 · China Southern Airlines$519 · 3 stops9 Apr 2027
Aug 2027$101728 Aug 2027 · China Southern Airlines$615 · 2 stops28 Aug 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $387 for November 2026, $377 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 8 of 8 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Frankfurt to Guangzhou, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this 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.

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Frequently asked questions — Frankfurt to Guangzhou flights

How long is the flight from Frankfurt to Guangzhou?
A nonstop flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to Guangzhou (CAN) takes about 11h 47m, covering 9,021 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Frankfurt from Guangzhou by air?
The great-circle distance between Frankfurt Main Airport and Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is 9,021 km (5,605 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Frankfurt to Guangzhou?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the FRA–CAN route include China Southern Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Frankfurt to Guangzhou cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on FRA–CAN was $886 USD with China Southern Airlines (nonstop), departing 9 Apr 2027, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Guangzhou?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $377 one-way, against $615 for August 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Frankfurt to Guangzhou?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $377 with 2 stops against $886 nonstop, a saving of $509. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Germany to China?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter China visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Guangzhou?
China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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