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Cheapest return flight
R12 126
Typical prices: R13 730-R18 982
Kenya Airways
Thu 22/3Thu 12/4
CPT - CAN • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 276
Typical prices: R7 995-R11 210
TAAG
Thu 15/2
CPT - CAN • 1 stop
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 • 18% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ)
Cheapest • Avg R12 964 (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, Mar 22 - Mon, Apr 12
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 18:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
22h 10m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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22:10 - 13:35CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 25m3 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
R12 126Kenya Airways
Mon, Mar 22 - Mon, Apr 5
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14:25 - 18:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
22h 10m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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22:10 - 11:40CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 30m3 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 308Kenya Airways
Sun, Nov 29 - Thu, Dec 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:35 - 18:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
41h 00m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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21:40 - 23:35CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 55m3 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 139Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Sat, Mar 6
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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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13:30 - 9:25CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
49h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 749Singapore Airlines
Tue, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 15
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10:40 - 1:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
32h 35m2 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
R15 558Singapore Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sat, Dec 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:20 - 18:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
24h 15m3 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 Livingstone
R15 558Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 22 - Sun, Apr 11
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12:35 - 14:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
19h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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1:35 - 17:20CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R16 663Qatar Airways
Mon, Mar 22 - Sun, Apr 4
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12:35 - 14:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
19h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
1:35 - 17:20CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R16 663Qatar Airways
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Dec 5
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15:10 - 6:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
33h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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9:15 - 13:00CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R17 042Ethiopian Air
Tue, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 16
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15:10 - 6:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
33h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:15 - 13:00CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R17 092Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Guangzhou flights

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou typically range from R13 730 to R18 982. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R12 126 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, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Guangzhou. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 4% 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 545 return.
•October (R19 781) and July (R18 098) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% 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

R7 276
Beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 9% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Guangzhou

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?

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

    • 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 R13 730 to R18 982, with an average of R16 564 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 730 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 7% above the R16 564 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 126 to R89 360. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Guangzhou looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Guangzhou are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R9 957.

  • 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) – 62% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) – 9% 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 16% on flights from Cape Town to Guangzhou. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at R14 716 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R17 372, a difference of R2 656.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 20h 46m, compared to 22h via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and 22h 09m 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.

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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average R14 716, about R2 656 less than Thursday fares (15% 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 545 return in that month – typically R6 236 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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