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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou from R13 486

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — CAN
Mar 8 — Mar 151
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Guangzhou Baiyun are usually found in February or March, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Guangzhou

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) 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 3 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 486

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 232
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 15/4-6/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 55m total
  • Cape Town to Guangzhou
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R10 355 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Guangzhou. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 March 2025.

Tue 15/413:50CPT - CAN
1 stop33h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 6/57:45CAN - CPT
1 stop36h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/3R13 486
Wed 12/39:20CPT - CAN
2 stops22h 00mQatar Airways
Tue 18/318:35CAN - CPT
1 stop28h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/3R15 501
Thu 27/1110:40CPT - CAN
2 stops40h 50mSingapore Airlines
Wed 14/110:45CAN - CPT
2 stops28h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/3R15 948
Mon 24/318:25CPT - CAN
1 stop21h 20mEmirates
Sun 30/30:15CAN - CPT
1 stop22h 35mEmirates
Deal found 3/3R17 627
Mon 24/318:10CPT - CAN
2 stops37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/31:35CAN - CPT
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3R18 373
Wed 12/36:00CPT - CAN
3 stops54h 35mKenya Airways
Tue 18/321:40CAN - CPT
3 stops21h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/3R20 127
Thu 27/1117:15CPT - CAN
1 stop41h 20mTurkish Airlines
Wed 14/123:15CAN - CPT
1 stop42h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/3R22 887
Wed 12/310:40CPT - CAN
3 stops20h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 3/414:35CAN - CPT
3 stops29h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 2/3R61 518

Find flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 3 March 2025.

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Cape Town

Fly to

Guangzhou

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/4

13:50-5:45

1 stop33h 55m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 6/5

7:45-13:45

1 stop36h 00m

R13 486

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/3

18:25-21:45

1 stop21h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 30/3

0:15-16:50

1 stop22h 35m

R17 627

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/3

18:10-13:20

2 stops37h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 30/3

1:35-22:50

2 stops27h 15m

R18 373

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/6

10:40-9:25

2 stops40h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 29/6

10:40-9:25

2 stops52h 45m

R20 407

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/3

14:30-18:35

3 stops22h 05m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 31/3

22:10-13:40

3 stops21h 30m

R20 425

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/3

18:10-13:20

2 stops37h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 31/3

18:40-19:55

2 stops31h 15m

R20 724

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou. Price data was last updated on 28 February 2025.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou (average of R678). Flying from Cape Town to Guangzhou in August is currently the most expensive (average of R971). 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 CPT to CAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town 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 3 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to Guangzhou in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 19% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Guangzhou. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Guangzhou flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday 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 30.0 - 260.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 260.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Guangzhou when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

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 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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 3 March 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways from Cape Town to Guangzhou have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 237 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 237 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 237 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 288 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 237 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 568 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 237 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
770 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 237 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
260 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 237 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Guangzhou round-trip?

    Ethiopian Air, at R13 486, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cape Town to Guangzhou.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Emirates and Kenya Airways. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 24% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

    Of the flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou that have stopovers, most of them stop in Doha.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Guangzhou flights?

    Of the flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Johannesburg.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Guangzhou flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town 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 Cape Town to Guangzhou?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou (average of R678). Flying from Cape Town to Guangzhou in August is currently the most expensive (average of R971). 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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Fly from Cape Town to Guangzhou on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 3 March 2025.
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Top 6 airlines flying from Cape Town to Guangzhou

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 3 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 240AverageR14 240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 937AverageR16 922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 887AverageR16 557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 459AverageR21 183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR19 366AverageR21 756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR20 266AverageR23 867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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