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Flights from Guangzhou to Los Angeles

Nonstop flights from Guangzhou (CAN) to Los Angeles (LAX) take about 15h 1m (11,618 km). China Southern Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $524 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Guangzhou to Los Angeles

Carriers on CAN–LAX according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ China Southern Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Guangzhou to Los Angeles fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $560 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $393. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$128124 Oct 2026 · China Southern Airlines$433 · 1 stop30 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$56018 Nov 2026 · China Southern Airlines$393 · 1 stop10 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$5624 Dec 2026 · China Southern Airlines$426 · 2 stops16 Dec 2026
Jun 2027$5706 Jun 2027 · China Southern Airlines$500 · 1 stop6 Jun 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $393 for November 2026, $426 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Guangzhou to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles

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USA 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 — Guangzhou to Los Angeles flights

How long is the flight from Guangzhou to Los Angeles?
A nonstop flight from Guangzhou (CAN) to Los Angeles (LAX) takes about 15h 1m, covering 11,618 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 Guangzhou from Los Angeles by air?
The great-circle distance between Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport is 11,618 km (7,219 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Guangzhou to Los Angeles?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the CAN–LAX 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 Guangzhou to Los Angeles cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on CAN–LAX was $524 USD with China Southern Airlines (nonstop), departing 11 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 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 Guangzhou to Los Angeles?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $393 one-way, against $500 for June 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Guangzhou to Los Angeles?
In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $381 with one stop against $524 nonstop, a saving of $143. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from China to USA?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter USA 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 Los Angeles?
USA 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 12 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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