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Cheapest return flight
R12 980
Typical prices: R14 006-R19 099
Kenya Airways
Thu 11/1Sun 28/1
CPT - CAN • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Guangzhou. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 19% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ)
Cheapest • Avg R12 953 (return)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Shortest trip • 22h (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou (CPT-CAN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Guangzhou

Mon, Jan 11 - Thu, Jan 28
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6:00 - 18:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
30h 35m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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21:40 - 13:35CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 55m3 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
R12 980Kenya Airways
3+ days ago
Thu, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 26
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12:20 - 18:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
48h 15m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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21:40 - 22:05CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 25m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R12 980Kenya Airways
3+ days ago
Thu, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 7
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13:15 - 15:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
20h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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1:35 - 17:20CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R15 893Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Fri, Feb 19 - Thu, Mar 4
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10:40 - 12:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
19h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
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10:45 - 9:25CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 40m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 191Singapore Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Feb 17 - Thu, Mar 4
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10:40 - 12:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
19h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
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10:45 - 9:25CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 40m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 191Singapore Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Dec 7
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 7:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
24h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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23:15 - 23:00CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 45m1 stop Istanbul
R16 903Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Apr 12 - Wed, Apr 21
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 14:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
18h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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0:30 - 14:10CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R16 920Ethiopian Air
2 days ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Sun, Dec 6
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 16:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
33h 40m1 stop Istanbul
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23:15 - 23:00CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 45m1 stop Istanbul
R16 936Turkish Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, Apr 15 - Thu, Apr 22
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 7:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
33h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:15 - 13:00CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R17 300Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
Wed, Jan 13 - Mon, Jan 25
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 14:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
19h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
0:55 - 10:30CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R21 257Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Guangzhou flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

Return flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou typically range from R14 006 to R19 099. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R12 980 on Kenya Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Guangzhou. It's 10% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Guangzhou at R13 493 return.
•October (R18 923) and July (R18 277) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 40% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Guangzhou flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

R12 980
Beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 12% increase in travellers.
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Guangzhou based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Guangzhou flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou takes 00m, covering 19 048 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Guangzhou flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou range from R14 006 to R19 099, with an average of R16 730 over the past 12 months. Anything below R14 006 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Guangzhou flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the R16 730 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Guangzhou changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R12 980 to R127 775. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

    Flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 60% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R15 214 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R17 334, a difference of R2 119.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Guangzhou?

    Flying via Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 03m, compared to 22h via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and 22h 14m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Guangzhou?

    Guangzhou is 6 hours ahead of Cape Town (China Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Guangzhou?

    China Guangzhou Wholesale Market is one of the most viewed places in Guangzhou on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Guangzhou flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average R15 214, which is about R2 119 less than Saturday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Guangzhou trip for September. Fares historically average R13 493 return in that month – typically R5 430 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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