Guangzhou, ChinaMadrid, Spain

Flights from Guangzhou to Madrid

Nonstop flights from Guangzhou (CAN) to Madrid (MAD) take about 13h 28m (10,375 km). China Southern Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $658 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Madrid

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Turkish Airlines Airbus jet prepares for takeoff at Madrid airport. — arriving in Madrid

Airport transfer

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Illuminated skyscrapers of Guangzhou reflecting on the water under a night sky. — lounges at Guangzhou Airport

Guangzhou Airport · 9 lounges

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Airlines flying Guangzhou to Madrid

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

✈ China Southern Airlinesnonstop fare seen

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Spain 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 Madrid flights

How long is the flight from Guangzhou to Madrid?

A nonstop flight from Guangzhou (CAN) to Madrid (MAD) takes about 13h 28m, covering 10,375 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 Madrid by air?

The great-circle distance between Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is 10,375 km (6,447 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Guangzhou to Madrid?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the CAN–MAD 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 Madrid cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on CAN–MAD was $658 USD with China Southern Airlines (nonstop), departing 24 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Guangzhou to Madrid?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $405 with one stop against $658 nonstop, a saving of $253. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from China to Spain?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Spain 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 Madrid?

Spain 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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