Pearl River in Guangzhou, Guangzhou — flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou
San FranciscoGuangzhou, China

Flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou

Nonstop flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Guangzhou (CAN) take about 14h 21m (11,080 km). China Southern Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $850 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Photo of Guangzhou: created by Daniel Berthold, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

When you land in Guangzhou

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

Illuminated skyscrapers of Guangzhou reflecting on the water under a night sky. — arriving in Guangzhou

Airport transfer

CAN → Guangzhou, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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A United Airlines jet soaring over the iconic San Francisco skyline. — lounges at San Francisco AirportSan Francisco Airport · 5 lounges
Before you flyAirport lounges at San Francisco →
Trains, buses and taxi faresCAN to Guangzhou: getting into town →

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Airlines flying San Francisco to Guangzhou

Carriers on SFO–CAN according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 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.

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Frequently asked questions — San Francisco to Guangzhou flights

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Guangzhou?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Guangzhou (CAN) takes about 14h 21m, covering 11,080 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 San Francisco from Guangzhou by air?
The great-circle distance between San Francisco International Airport and Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is 11,080 km (6,885 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Guangzhou?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the SFO–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 San Francisco to Guangzhou cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on SFO–CAN was $850 USD with China Southern Airlines (nonstop), departing 27 Oct 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 San Francisco to Guangzhou?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $454 with one stop against $850 nonstop, a saving of $396. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from San Francisco 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 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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