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Cheapest return flight
R15 949
Typical prices: R13 646-R24 402
Qatar Airways, TAAG
Sat 8/12Fri 14/12
CAN - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R9 163
Typical prices: R9 546-R13 774
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/11
CAN - CPT • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Guangzhou and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 28% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R17 997 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 18h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Guangzhou to Cape Town (CAN-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Guangzhou to Cape Town

Tue, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 14
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0:55 - 17:25CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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15:05 - 7:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
34h 45m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R15 949Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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0:55 - 17:25CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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6:35 - 7:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
19h 15m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R15 965Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 12
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23:15 - 23:00CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 16:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
33h 40m1 stop Istanbul
R17 785Turkish Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
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7:35 - 23:00CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 6:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
30h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R17 916Turkish Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sat, Nov 28
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7:35 - 12:05CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 7:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
24h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R18 391Turkish Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sat, Nov 28
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7:35 - 12:05CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 7:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
24h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R18 408Turkish Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
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7:35 - 23:00CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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14:00 - 6:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
34h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
R18 850Turkish Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 14
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9:20 - 12:05CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 6:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
23h 10m1 stop Istanbul
R19 227Turkish Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Sun, Nov 29
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0:15 - 14:35CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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9:00 - 21:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
30h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
R19 686Emirates
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 12
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0:15 - 19:55CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
49h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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18:10 - 21:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
21h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
R19 702Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Guangzhou to Cape Town flights

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

Turkish Airlines (R17 785) and Emirates (R19 686) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Guangzhou to Cape Town according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Key details for Guangzhou to Cape Town flights

Low season

August

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When to book flights from Guangzhou to Cape Town

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Guangzhou to Cape Town.

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

    A direct flight from Guangzhou to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 19 048 km.

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

    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 Guangzhou to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Guangzhou to Cape Town range from R13 646 to R24 402, with an average of R17 753 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 646 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Guangzhou to Cape Town 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 R15 949 to R108 242. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Guangzhou to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R9 818, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R50 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

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

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

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 84% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 5% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 51% on the Guangzhou to Cape Town route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R12 785 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R25 866, a difference of R13 080. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 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 Guangzhou to Cape Town?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 18h 47m, compared to 21h 07m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 21h 46m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Guangzhou to Cape Town 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 instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average R12 785 – about R13 080 less than Saturday (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Guangzhou to Cape Town trip for February. Fares historically average R12 720 return in that month – typically R13 998 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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