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$540+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Guangzhou (CAN)

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WAS — CAN
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$963
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$627
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,078
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/186:50 pmIAD - CAN
2 stops32h 35mSAUDIA
Sat 7/53:25 pmCAN - IAD
2 stops36h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 3/29$963
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/111:00 pmIAD - CAN
1 stop26h 20mAir China
Mon 4/77:40 pmCAN - IAD
1 stop35h 50mAir China
Deal found 3/31$1,011
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2912:00 pmIAD - CAN
1 stop39h 30mEgyptair
Tue 5/611:20 pmCAN - IAD
1 stop41h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 3/30$1,055
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1910:05 pmIAD - CAN
2 stops38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/176:25 amCAN - IAD
2 stops26h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,075
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1911:50 amIAD - CAN
1 stop35h 15mKorean Air
Sat 12/61:15 pmCAN - IAD
1 stop33h 35mKorean Air
Deal found 3/30$1,111
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sun 4/206:30 amBWI - CAN
2 stops29h 50mAir China
Sun 5/46:25 amCAN - BWI
2 stops34h 48mAir China
Deal found 3/30$1,148
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/151:30 pmIAD - CAN
1 stop39h 20mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/2611:15 pmCAN - IAD
1 stop25h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/29$1,193
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/142:53 pmBWI - CAN
2 stops34h 27mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1710:10 amCAN - BWI
3 stops31h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,251
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/267:45 pmDCA - CAN
2 stops37h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 11/2710:15 amCAN - DCA
2 stops21h 41mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/31$1,355
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/158:07 pmIAD - CAN
2 stops40h 08mSingapore Airlines
Mon 9/291:20 amCAN - IAD
2 stops34h 38mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,364
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/157:25 pmBWI - CAN
2 stops25h 30mCathay Pacific
Tue 9/3010:10 amCAN - BWI
2 stops24h 07mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/30$1,495
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2011:40 amDCA - CAN
2 stops45h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/42:10 pmCAN - DCA
2 stops42h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,564

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Guangzhou

IAD - CAN

IADCAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 6/18

6:50 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops32h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 7/5

3:25 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops36h 20m

$963

Washington, D.C.Guangzhou

IAD - CAN

IADCAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/19

11:00 pm-11:20 am

1 stop24h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 5/17

6:25 am-9:16 pm

2 stops26h 51m

$1,021

Washington, D.C.Guangzhou

IAD - CAN

IADCAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/29

12:00 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop39h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 5/6

11:20 pm-5:10 am

1 stop41h 50m

$1,055

Washington, D.C.Guangzhou

IAD - CAN

IADCAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/19

10:05 pm-12:20 am

2 stops38h 15m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 5/17

6:25 am-9:16 pm

2 stops26h 51m

$1,075

BaltimoreGuangzhou

BWI - CAN

BWICAN

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 4/20

6:30 am-12:20 am

2 stops29h 50m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 5/4

6:25 am-5:13 am

2 stops34h 48m

$1,148

Washington, D.C.Guangzhou

IAD - CAN

IADCAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/13

1:30 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop39h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 5/20

11:00 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop32h 45m

$1,208

BaltimoreGuangzhou

BWI - CAN

BWICAN

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 4/14

2:53 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops34h 27m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 4/17

10:10 am-5:46 am

3 stops31h 36m

$1,251

Washington, D.C.Guangzhou

IAD - CAN

IADCAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/18

1:15 pm-11:30 am

1 stop34h 15m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 5/4

12:40 pm-11:15 am

1 stop34h 35m

$1,350

Washington, D.C.Guangzhou

DCA - CAN

DCACAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/26

7:45 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops37h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 11/27

10:15 am-6:56 pm

2 stops21h 41m

$1,355

Washington, D.C.Guangzhou

IAD - CAN

IADCAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/15

8:07 pm-12:15 am

2 stops40h 08m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 9/29

1:20 am-11:58 pm

2 stops34h 38m

$1,364

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Washington, D.C.-Guangzhou flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Guangzhou flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Guangzhou flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Guangzhou flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Guangzhou from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou (average of $1,110). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,719). 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 WAS to CAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 March 31, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 55% on airfare.

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 March 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Korean Air, Japan Airlines and ANA from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
ANA
8.3
Very good
831 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Guangzhou from Washington, D.C.?

    Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN), located 18.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou. 6 airlines have flights to Baiyun from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou Baiyun should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou round-trip?

    Flying on SAUDIA is currently your cheapest option to Guangzhou, with prices starting at $963. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air China and Egyptair, with the lowest prices starting at $1,021 and $1,055, respectively. Users have found that SAUDIA is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with SAUDIA, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $627. Air China flights start at $856 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at $1,058 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou?

    Most travelers choose Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Guangzhou Baiyun, Baltimore/Washington - Guangzhou Baiyun or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Guangzhou Baiyun when deciding on the best route from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou (average of $1,110). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,719). 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 6 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Guangzhou

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest$880Average$1,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Air ChinaCheapest$1,015Average$1,477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,056Average$1,417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EgyptairCheapest$1,067Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,108Average$1,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,352Average$1,540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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