CAN - IST

$316 Find Cheap Flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Guangzhou to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Guangzhou to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$518
Typical prices: $624-$448
SAUDIA
Mon 6/8Fri 6/12
CAN - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$718
Typical prices: $797-$623
Turkish Airlines
Thu 6/4Tue 6/16
CAN - IST • Non-stop
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Cheapest • from $518 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 8.1 score
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Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with China Southern and Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 11h 18m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 84% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $487 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 14h 35m (one-way)
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When to travel
Cheapest • 24% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul (CAN-IST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Guangzhou to Istanbul

Mon, Jun 8 - Fri, Jun 12
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10:30 pm - 9:10 pm
CAN
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IST
27h 40m
1 stop
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4:25 pm - 1:30 pm
IST
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CAN
16h 05m
1 stop
$518SAUDIA
Mon, Jul 20 - Wed, Jul 29
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6:50 am - 11:25 am
CAN
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IST
33h 35m
2 stops
Air Astana Logo
10:50 pm - 4:30 am
IST
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CAN
24h 40m
1 stop
$627Air Astana
Mon, Jul 20 - Wed, Jul 29
Air Astana Logo
6:50 am - 11:25 am
CAN
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IST
33h 35m
2 stops
Air Astana Logo
9:25 pm - 4:30 am
IST
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CAN
26h 05m
2 stops
$631Air Astana
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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10:30 pm - 1:45 pm
CAN
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IST
20h 15m
1 stop
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6:25 pm - 3:25 pm
IST
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CAN
16h 00m
1 stop
$636SAUDIA
Mon, Jun 8 - Tue, Jun 16
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12:20 am - 2:25 pm
CAN
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IST
19h 05m
1 stop
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11:30 pm - 10:00 pm
IST
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CAN
17h 30m
1 stop
$647Emirates
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
Air Astana Logo
5:45 am - 9:50 pm
CAN
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IST
21h 05m
1 stop
Air Astana Logo
9:25 pm - 4:30 am
IST
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CAN
50h 05m
2 stops
$653Air Astana
Sat, May 23 - Sat, May 30
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12:00 pm - 6:30 am
CAN
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IST
23h 30m
1 stop
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3:40 pm - 10:25 am
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CAN
13h 45m
1 stop
$656Sichuan Airlines
Sat, May 23 - Sat, May 30
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5:25 pm - 6:30 am
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IST
18h 05m
1 stop
Sichuan Airlines Logo
3:40 pm - 9:50 pm
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CAN
25h 10m
1 stop
$657Sichuan Airlines
Fri, Jun 12 - Fri, Jun 19
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10:30 pm - 5:10 pm
CAN
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IST
23h 40m
1 stop
SAUDIA Logo
4:25 pm - 1:30 pm
IST
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CAN
16h 05m
1 stop
$660SAUDIA
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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10:30 pm - 1:45 pm
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20h 15m
1 stop
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3:25 pm - 3:25 pm
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CAN
19h 00m
1 stop
$672SAUDIA
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Guangzhou to Istanbul flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport departing in June.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Guangzhou to Istanbul?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Istanbul on a Sunday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to Guangzhou, you should consider flying back on a Friday, and avoid Thursdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport is June, where tickets cost $526 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $924 and $755 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $586 on average.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$316
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
Flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul

When to book flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Guangzhou to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Guangzhou to Istanbul flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport was $316 for a one-way ticket and $518 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Guangzhou and Istanbul?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Guangzhou and on arrival in Istanbul.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Guangzhou to Istanbul?

    On your way to Istanbul, you’ll fly out from Guangzhou Baiyun. You’ll be landing at Istanbul.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Guangzhou to Istanbul?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Guangzhou to Istanbul flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Guangzhou and Istanbul.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Guangzhou to Istanbul?

    There are nonstop flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul, Emirates or Sichuan Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul are Emirates and Sichuan Airlines. With an average price for the route of $719 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Sichuan Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $650 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Guangzhou to Istanbul?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul from Guangzhou is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul with an airline and back to Guangzhou with another airline. Booking your flights between Guangzhou and IST can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul from Guangzhou up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $1,031 or less one-way and $971 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Guangzhou to Istanbul?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Guangzhou Baiyun to Istanbul.
Find which airlines fly direct from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Istanbul Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Guangzhou Baiyun to Istanbul

Monday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

Friday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

Sunday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Guangzhou Baiyun

Monday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

Friday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

Sunday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Guangzhou to Istanbul

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Guangzhou to Istanbul. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Guangzhou to Istanbul? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3568 reviews
8.3Crew
8.2Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.9Food
Airline reviews

Flight and entertainment great. Food needs to be improved, only one choice on the menu. Staff worked well throughout.

8.0 ExcellentRoy, Feb 2026
DXB - STN
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Flight and entertainment great. Food needs to be improved, only one choice on the menu. Staff worked well throughout.

The crew were absolutely fantastic. They actively asked if passengers wanted refills and if they were comfortable. I was extremely impressed.

Milan airport was bad experience. They should be more polite.

They changed the flight time without telling us and were unwilling to help with rebooking because we booked through orbits/kayak

Child’s meal was great along with other nice touches for kids.

Emirates did great! I liked the service, the food, cleanness, and the flight was on time. Much better airline than Qatar Airways I flew with last year.

Mostly good and consistent of Emirates service. Christmas menu was great initiative and tasted good. Taking the bus from terminal to the plane spoilt the experience a little.

Love that you can walk directly to your gate from the Emirates Business class lounge, very convenient

Premium economy was worth it-comfort was definitely better than economy class. The seats were more comfortable, blankets and pillows thicker

Crew were excellent and the bar service and chat fantastic. Cheese board delicious. Amenity kit good, very disappointing not getting pyjamas on this leg of the flight and needed to reuse from earlier flight.

Sichuan Airlines was surprisingly great. The crew is fabulous, the plane was fantastic and nice and new (A350-900). I had a particularly nice flight attendant who kept me informed of all the flight progress and meals. I also got to sleep really well. Entertainment and food is more tailored to majority (Chinese) so I can’t really complain about that. Overall fantastic flight!

Very old business class seats, not fully flat, angled with a bar sticking in your back; seats old and apparently never cleaned, no mattress topper either, not the standard expected in J (also in awful 2-2-2 layout)! Ancient entertainment system of the pop-out type with tiny, old screen. Staff are OK but not proactive, need to be solicited, and of limited English skills, but they do try. Food and beverage options very limited (go for Chinese selection as their Western food is atrocious), no menu given and no dine-on-demand option. All in all, only choose if at a significant discount.

Definitely not top-of-the-range business class, but the A350 is certainly better than their other planes which feature an even older business class. Food/drink offerings are very limited and not up to business class standard, but OK. Staff are keen to help and friendly enough, although poor English language skills. Boarding experience in Rome was poor due to rude Italian staff at gate, but this is not the airline's fault. Onboard entertainment options are mediocre and limited. Sichuan Air is only wort it when obtained at low price and if you basically only want to sleep/rest and bring your own entertainment.

Not sure who to "blame" but I booked the ticket from SiChuan airline overseas. On the day of flight at the airport, I learnt that our passport information was not entered into the system. I was told by the SiChuan airline that this is not the first time that ticket booked overseas missing ID information. Since airport ticket counter does not have authority to add ID information, we have to call SiChuan airline customer service, Luckily, we arrived at the airport early enough to handle this and SiChuan airline customer service has been very helpful.

Dad experience when you check in in chenddu airport , service need to improve

Not good experience when you checkin in China, service need to prove

Poor seats. Not helpful crew. The food was awful.overall very very bad experience. Traveled with the family of 5

did not get a notification about seat selection ahead of time. We didn't end up sitting together.

I was denied boarding at the Brisbane airport and it seems like I won’t get any refunds from the airline

In my return flight they couldn’t identify my ticket or boarding pass, I had to go to 3 different counters until I was able to get my boarding pass. The food was on, it was the bear minimum. They didn’t even recognise that I was a Muslim and can’t eat meat, chicken or pork. In one of the trays I believe they served me pork. The staff were very pleasant, but they need to be aware of their surroundings more carefully, one of them stuck her lower belly right into my face! I was shocked and very uncomfortable.

Overall I had good experience with China Southern airline. Nothing to claim. I hoped they could improve the meal quality that is.

Wow very impressed by the quality and attentiveness of service of China Southern. Lived the blankets! Will definitely fly with them again. Despite language barriers, a few attendants know enough English to understand our rudimentary Mandarin and respond to basic questions. Although they don’t explain the beverage and meal service on the website or ticketing documents, they offered regular beverage cart and snacks during the beginning hours and end hours of the long, transoceanic flight. A full meal at the beginning and end of the flight as well, and a midflight small sandwich (dinner roll sized) but we weren’t hungry and didn’t try that one. The expectation is that every sleeps during the middle of the flight. We were on a “redeye” departure from LAX with a morning arrival in China, so I don’t know if this service pattern is the same for other flights. The domestic flight we took from Guangzhou to Harbin offered conventional refreshments and meals like a US flight service. Note that they didn’t offer diet sodas. If you like to stay hydrated, I recommend bringing plenty of your own. It is served in small cups like any other drink. You can ask for a bottle but they’re tiny - about 6 ounces.

China Southern was not the problem. I booked my flight through Kayak and also received a booking reference and alert details regarding departure time and gate numbers… however Kayak NEVER actually booked my flight! We were stranded at the airport without a flight for a long awaited holiday!

The connection between LA and Atlanta was too much stress

Terrible boarding experience,,food is very poor that I I . Never going book this airline again.

The crew were kind, patient and responsive. The service was excellent, even though we travelled the cheapest economy class. We arrived at our destination 40 min early, which for a 15+ hour flight is a great bonus. The boarding seemed a bit "loose", but got us boarded on time, and the plane was off exactly @ 0:30 hrs.

The ground crew members at check in counter were courteous. The boarding was seamless. Flight departed as scheduled. Service on board was great

Turkish Airlines lost my reservation!!! I had the ticket, the receipt and they lost it!! Because the flight was fully booked, I had to wait 8 hours!!! Turkish Airlines provided me with NO FOOD, NO WATER!!! Absolutely ridiculous. They were pathetic. They admitted it was their fault for losing my reservation but provided me with nothing.

everything was excellent except for the meal on the fight from the Istanbul which was disgusting, the only choice of food available was pasta which was served frozen.

Very comfortable in business class. Excellent service. Good food. Smooth trip.

This was my third time using Turkish Airlines. I was well satisfied with the overall experience! I believe that no one is perfect and that everyday we are trying to do the best we can to help others by giving a part of our lives through service. I believe from what I’ve seen that Turkish Airlines, have come close to that service! I will definitely recommend and reuse their services again! Thank you!

Flight was late but loading plane was much easier in Istanbul than athens. Food was so-so and choice was limited. Flight attendants were extremely courteous and helpful; however, it was difficult to get attention during night time service. Overall good experience and the price was right

Turkish Airlines is a solid airline. They use the less trustworthy Boeing airplanes on this route (VCE-IST) so the flights more bumpy then when I have flown on Airbus planes, but it was okay. The service good. They seem to offer a reasonable selection if movies, although no way to listen to them as they didn't provide me earpieces. The food was surprisingly good. The day was uncomfortable. The flight was on time.

Food and crew were superb. I flu with a 777 which has old TV screens. Although the movie selection was very good, screen was not sharp enough to wacht a movie

Poor connecting flight logistics and ground transportation for such enormous airport. Airline does not consider time required to complete the security check or transition from one to gate to another

Food wasn’t good but not their fault as I should have pre selected

The meals were not the greatest and lacking of appetite but everything else was spot on

Overall, excellent: check-in, boarding, service, and food. The Business Class seating is a little less private and spacious than the world's premier airlines, but still very good for a long haul flight.

On time. Friendly and helpful flight attendants. The plane was clean. Having a wine available would have been nice.

Your staff was exceptional. Could teach the other airlines-rules on etiquette, and service. Excellent landings on flights, carried out by your pilots. Only complaint is long delay on return flight in Beijing, onto Vancouver.

Worst than I expected, crew was not attentive, meal was as disgusting , they didn’t even drink selections as they would to other passengers. I felt discriminated

cannot get seat information for LAX to IAH when check in in XI,AN

UA is ok. But check in was a very bad experience

I hate that you cannot check in online and when you are at the airport, there aren't any aisle seats left. Also, they could work a little on subtitles for their movies (not everyone is a native English speaker).

Nothing to complain of, the only reason I am not giving better marks is that I am used to flying with ANA and they are the top.

It's terrible that we can't do online check in because we didn't buy the tickets directly from Air china. It was not explained until I contacted Chatdeal and we could not sit together.

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