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Flights from Guangzhou to Tokyo

Nonstop flights from Guangzhou (CAN) to Tokyo (NRT) take about 4h 11m (2,945 km). China Southern Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $305 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Tokyo

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Cathay Pacific plane on runway at Narita Airport, Tokyo, with terminal and control tower in view. — arriving in Tokyo

Airport transfer

NRT → Tokyo, booked before you fly

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Things to book in Tokyo

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Airlines flying Guangzhou to Tokyo

Carriers on CAN–NRT 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 Tokyo fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $305 one-way. With stops: Oct 2026, from $201. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$39328 Oct 2026 · China Southern Airlines$201 · 2 stops26 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$30918 Nov 2026 · China Southern Airlines$217 · 2 stops17 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$3059 Dec 2026 · China Southern Airlines$229 · 1 stop16 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$32813 Jan 2027 · All Nippon Airways$241 · 1 stop29 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$31327 Feb 2027 · China Southern Airlines$243 · 1 stop1 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$3108 Mar 2027 · China Southern Airlines$241 · 1 stop8 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$32511 Apr 2027 · All Nippon Airways$242 · 1 stop28 Apr 2027
May 2027$3368 May 2027 · All Nippon Airways$255 · 1 stop8 May 2027
Jun 2027$3103 Jun 2027 · China Southern Airlines$241 · 1 stop3 Jun 2027
Jul 2027$36231 Jul 2027 · All Nippon Airways$243 · 1 stop31 Jul 2027
Aug 2027$3591 Aug 2027 · All Nippon Airways$263 · 1 stop1 Aug 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $201 in October 2026, against $229 at best later on.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 11 of 11 months with both fares.

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

Based on weather and travel conditions in Japan

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Spring cherry blossoms (late March–April) and autumn foliage (October–November) are peak seasons for good reason. Summers are hot and humid; winters are cold but great for skiing.

Peak season: March – May, September – November

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Frequently asked questions — Guangzhou to Tokyo flights

How long is the flight from Guangzhou to Tokyo?
A nonstop flight from Guangzhou (CAN) to Tokyo (NRT) takes about 4h 11m, covering 2,945 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 Tokyo by air?
The great-circle distance between Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport and Narita International Airport is 2,945 km (1,830 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Guangzhou to Tokyo?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the CAN–NRT 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 Tokyo cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on CAN–NRT was $305 USD with China Southern Airlines (nonstop), departing 9 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 Tokyo?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $201 one-way, against $263 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 Guangzhou to Tokyo?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $193 with 2 stops against $305 nonstop, a saving of $112. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from China to Japan?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Japan 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 Tokyo?
Spring cherry blossoms (late March–April) and autumn foliage (October–November) are peak seasons for good reason. Summers are hot and humid; winters are cold but great for skiing.

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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