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Flights from Los Angeles to Guangzhou

Nonstop flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Guangzhou (CAN) take about 15h 1m. China Southern Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $500 one-way, nonstop (8 Oct 2026).

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From $500 one-way · seen 8 Oct 2026
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Los Angeles → Guangzhou flights

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from $500one-way, nonstop, seen 8 Oct 2026
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Route snapshot: Los Angeles to Guangzhou

Los Angeles (LAX) to Guangzhou (CAN) is 11,618 km, about 15h 1m flying nonstop. Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on this route include China Southern Airlines. The lowest one-way fare seen recently was $500 with China Southern Airlines (nonstop), departing 14 Nov 2026 — as of 8 Oct 2026.

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Why travelers watch this route

Fares seen

The lowest one-way fare seen was $500 with China Southern Airlines (nonstop), departing 14 Nov 2026; with connections it dropped to $391. Checked 8 Oct 2026 — fares move daily.

Seasonality

Guangzhou has year-round travel demand, so fare differences often depend more on booking window and airline competition than on one single peak season.

Who flies it

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares here include China Southern Airlines. More carriers may sell it with a connection.

Airlines flying Los Angeles to Guangzhou

Carriers on LAX–CAN according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 8 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ China Southern Airlinesnonstop fare seen

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.

Direct & Connecting Flights

Nonstop flights link Los Angeles (LAX) and Guangzhou (CAN), taking about 15h 1m. Connecting itineraries can be cheaper but take longer.

Fares & Price Guide

The lowest one-way fare seen on LAX–CAN was $500 USD (nonstop) as of 8 Oct 2026. Set a fare alert to be told when it drops.

About Guangzhou, China

Flights arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN). See the destination guide for hotels, visa requirements and travel tips.

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Frequently asked questions — Los Angeles to Guangzhou flights

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Guangzhou?
A nonstop flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Guangzhou (CAN) 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 Los Angeles from Guangzhou by air?
The great-circle distance between Los Angeles International Airport and Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is 11,618 km (7,219 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Guangzhou?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LAX–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 Los Angeles to Guangzhou cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LAX–CAN was $500 USD with China Southern Airlines (nonstop), departing 14 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 8 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
Do I need a visa to travel from USA 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 8 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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