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$438+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Guangzhou (CAN)

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Nov 5 — Nov 121
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The best prices from San Francisco to Guangzhou Baiyun are usually found in August or April, booked 15 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Guangzhou

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Guangzhou (CAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Round-trip from

$779
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$438
(oojo)
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Guangzhou Baiyun flight deals.
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Guangzhou. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/263:30 pmSFO - CAN
1 stop35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/310:05 pmCAN - SFO
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$995
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2611:40 pmSFO - CAN
1 stop24h 35mChina Airlines
Tue 12/245:30 pmCAN - SFO
1 stop17h 20mChina Airlines
Deal found 10/30$996
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1812:10 pmSFO - CAN
1 stop19h 55mAsiana Airlines
Wed 12/181:15 amCAN - SFO
1 stop28h 45mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 10/31$1,003
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/812:20 pmSFO - CAN
1 stop29h 55mEVA Air
Mon 12/911:25 amCAN - SFO
1 stop19h 25mEVA Air
Deal found 10/30$1,027
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1111:35 pmSFO - CAN
Nonstop18h 40mChina Southern
Sat 12/711:00 pmCAN - SFO
Nonstop12h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 10/31$1,031
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2512:00 pmSFO - CAN
2 stops27h 00mChina Eastern
Fri 12/612:05 amCAN - SFO
2 stops24h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/30$1,056
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1510:55 amSFO - CAN
1 stop21h 50mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/2910:30 amCAN - SFO
1 stop20h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,071
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/21:05 pmSFO - CAN
2 stops30h 30mAir China
Tue 12/38:40 pmCAN - SFO
1 stop29h 10mAir China
Deal found 10/30$1,087

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Tue 11/19

2:46 pm-3:25 pm

3 stops32h 39m

$504

San FranciscoGuangzhou

SFO - CAN

SFOCAN

San Francisco

Sat 11/30

12:05 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops32h 45m

$513

San FranciscoGuangzhou

SFO - CAN

SFOCAN

San Francisco

Mon 11/18

11:35 pm-10:15 am

Nonstop18h 40m

$521

San FranciscoGuangzhou

SFO - CAN

SFOCAN

San Francisco

Sat 3/22

10:10 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$525

San FranciscoGuangzhou

SFO - CAN

SFOCAN

San Francisco

Sat 11/16

11:30 pm-11:30 am

1 stop20h 00m

$528

San FranciscoGuangzhou

SFO - CAN

SFOCAN

San Francisco

Mon 11/18

12:00 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops42h 05m

$575

San FranciscoGuangzhou

SFO - CAN

SFOCAN

San Francisco

Sat 4/12

12:50 am-11:55 am

1 stop20h 05m

$646

San FranciscoGuangzhou

SFO - CAN

SFOCAN

San Francisco

Fri 1/3

11:25 am-9:00 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$689

San FranciscoGuangzhou

SFO - CAN

SFOCAN

San Francisco

Tue 12/3

12:20 am-1:50 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$711

San FranciscoGuangzhou

SFO - CAN

SFOCAN

San Francisco

Sun 4/13

10:45 am-4:15 pm

2 stops38h 30m

$718

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Guangzhou in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 starCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
KAYAKPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
ScholarTripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Guangzhou flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Guangzhou flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Guangzhou flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Guangzhou flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Guangzhou flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Guangzhou

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Guangzhou?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Guangzhou. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

Booking 15 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Guangzhou?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Guangzhou (average of $1,147). Flying from San Francisco to Guangzhou in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,804). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to CAN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Guangzhou. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 10% on flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Guangzhou?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Guangzhou. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Guangzhou flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Guangzhou by month

Plan your trip to Guangzhou by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Guangzhou ranges from 1.2 - 10.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 10.2 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Guangzhou when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Guangzhou by month

Plan your trip to Guangzhou by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Guangzhou, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Guangzhou

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Guangzhou. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Guangzhou. Reviews last updated October 31, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Guangzhou, see what other customers have to say about China Southern, China Airlines and Vietnam Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very good
1,324 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

8.4
Very good
1,324 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,324 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

8.4
Very good
832 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,324 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

8.4
Very good
486 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,324 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

8.3
Very good
792 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,324 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

8.1
Very good
1,337 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,324 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $779, but on average you can expect to pay $907.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 1 direct flight from San Francisco to Guangzhou under $1,000. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Guangzhou is less than $920.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Guangzhou for under $1,100?

    There are currently 10+ open flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou within the next 7 days for less than $1,100.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Guangzhou flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Guangzhou round-trip?

    Flying on Vietnam Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Guangzhou, with prices starting at $793. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Eastern and China Southern, with the lowest prices starting at $828 and $920, respectively. Users have found that Vietnam Airlines is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Guangzhou one-way?

    $438 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from China Eastern. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Vietnam Airlines and Air China, with prices starting from $462 and $468, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou?

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to Guangzhou is generally $1,998, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $586. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Guangzhou Baiyun), you can expect to pay $782 for that flight.

  • What does SFO to CAN mean?

    SFO stands for San Francisco Airport, while CAN stands for Guangzhou Baiyun Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Guangzhou?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Hong Kong?

    Hong Kong Disneyland, Shatin Baptist Church, and Tin Hau Temple are the most popular attractions in Hong Kong if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Those on a layover in Hong Kong interested in visiting Hong Kong Disneyland, Shatin Baptist Church, or Tin Hau Temple can do so by traveling 7.8 mi, 18.3 mi, and 17.6 mi, respectively from Hong Kong Intl.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Taipei City?

    The majority of Taipei City visitors spend their time at Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market. Travelers on a layover in Taipei City can visit Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market, by traveling 21.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 21.6 mi, respectively after landing at Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl for about $74 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Guangzhou flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Guangzhou flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Guangzhou flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Guangzhou flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Guangzhou by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Guangzhou offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Guangzhou flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Guangzhou flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Guangzhou flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Guangzhou?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Guangzhou (average of $1,147). Flying from San Francisco to Guangzhou in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,804). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Guangzhou

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$716Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$813Average$981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
China AirlinesCheapest$929Average$1,210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
China EasternCheapest$943Average$1,052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China SouthernCheapest$978Average$1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air ChinaCheapest$980Average$1,207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,007Average$1,544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,011Average$1,056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$1,042Average$1,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Korean AirCheapest$1,054Average$1,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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