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Flights from Guangzhou to Sydney

Nonstop flights from Guangzhou (CAN) to Sydney (SYD) take about 9h 55m (7,529 km). China Southern Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $507 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Guangzhou to Sydney

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

✈ China Southern Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Guangzhou to Sydney fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $492 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $202. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$55329 Oct 2026 · China Southern Airlines	$265 · 1 stop31 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$5446 Nov 2026 · China Southern Airlines	$202 · 1 stop25 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$49213 Dec 2026 · China Southern Airlines	$207 · 1 stop2 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$5631 Jan 2027 · China Southern Airlines	$362 · 1 stop1 Jan 2027
Feb 2027	$56216 Feb 2027 · China Southern Airlines	$284 · 1 stop26 Feb 2027
Mar 2027	$5272 Mar 2027 · China Southern Airlines	$239 · 1 stop2 Mar 2027
Apr 2027	$56810 Apr 2027 · China Southern Airlines	$347 · 2 stops15 Apr 2027
Jul 2027	$92313 Jul 2027 · China Southern Airlines	$351 · 1 stop13 Jul 2027
Sept 2027	$70923 Sept 2027 · China Southern Airlines	$363 · 1 stop23 Sept 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $202 for November 2026, $207 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 9 of 9 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Guangzhou to Sydney, 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 Sydney

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Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Peak season: September – November, March – May

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Frequently asked questions — Guangzhou to Sydney flights

How long is the flight from Guangzhou to Sydney?

A nonstop flight from Guangzhou (CAN) to Sydney (SYD) takes about 9h 55m, covering 7,529 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 Sydney by air?

The great-circle distance between Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is 7,529 km (4,678 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Guangzhou to Sydney?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the CAN–SYD 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 Sydney cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on CAN–SYD was $507 USD with China Southern Airlines (nonstop), departing 10 Dec 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.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Sydney?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $202 one-way, against $363 for September 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 Sydney?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $202 with one stop against $507 nonstop, a saving of $305. Nonstop saves the connection time.

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

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Australia 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 Sydney?

Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

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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