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Cheapest round-trip
$312
Typical prices: $281-$466
Japan Airlines
Sat 12/8Sat 12/15
CAN - HND • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$207
Typical prices: $219-$351
Vietnam Airlines
Fri 12/21
CAN - HND • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with China Southern, Japan Airlines and ANA. Average duration is 4h 09m
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Cheapest • 2% average savings
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Most punctual • 91% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 26% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $322 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 9h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Guangzhou to Tokyo (CAN-TYO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Guangzhou to Tokyo

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
Japan Airlines Logo
2:35 pm - 7:35 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-HND Tokyo Haneda
4h 00mnonstop
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8:35 am - 1:05 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
5h 30mnonstop
$312Japan Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sun, Dec 6
ANA Logo
3:05 pm - 8:00 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-HND Tokyo Haneda
3h 55mnonstop
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9:20 am - 1:50 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
5h 30mnonstop
$318ANA
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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3:05 pm - 8:00 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-HND Tokyo Haneda
3h 55mnonstop
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9:20 am - 1:50 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
5h 30mnonstop
$318ANA
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 26
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3:05 pm - 8:00 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-HND Tokyo Haneda
3h 55mnonstop
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9:20 am - 1:50 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
5h 30mnonstop
$323ANA
Fri, Nov 6 - Thu, Nov 12
Japan Airlines Logo
2:35 pm - 7:35 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-HND Tokyo Haneda
4h 00mnonstop
Japan Airlines Logo
8:35 am - 1:05 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
5h 30mnonstop
$329Japan Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 12
Japan Airlines Logo
2:35 pm - 7:35 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-HND Tokyo Haneda
4h 00mnonstop
Japan Airlines Logo
8:35 am - 1:05 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
5h 30mnonstop
$329Japan Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
China Eastern Logo
2:10 pm - 7:30 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-HND Tokyo Haneda
4h 20mnonstop
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8:40 am - 12:30 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
4h 50mnonstop
$337China Eastern
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
China Southern Logo
8:00 pm - 2:00 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-HND Tokyo Haneda
17h 00m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
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10:45 am - 2:30 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
4h 45mnonstop
$381China Southern
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
China Southern Logo
8:00 pm - 2:00 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-HND Tokyo Haneda
17h 00m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
China Southern Logo
10:45 am - 2:30 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
4h 45mnonstop
$381China Southern
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
China Eastern Logo
12:45 pm - 3:10 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-HND Tokyo Haneda
25h 25m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
China Eastern Logo
4:40 pm - 12:45 amHND  Tokyo Haneda-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
9h 05m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
$395China Eastern
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Price, demand and travel trends for Guangzhou to Tokyo flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Guangzhou to Tokyo start at $312. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $281 to $466. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $312 on Japan Airlines.

What is the cheapest Guangzhou to Tokyo flight route?

There's little price difference between Guangzhou to Tokyo routes. They average around $359 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Guangzhou to Tokyo, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Tokyo?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Tokyo at $260 round-trip.
  • February ($530) and April ($426) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 103% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Guangzhou to Tokyo the cheapest?

Flights from Guangzhou to Tokyo are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Guangzhou to Tokyo

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on China Southern

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on ANA

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Japan Airlines

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Key details for Guangzhou to Tokyo flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$207
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flight from Guangzhou to Tokyo Haneda Airport

When to book flights from Guangzhou to Tokyo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Guangzhou to Tokyo 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 Tokyo flight questions, answered

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Guangzhou to Tokyo flights?

    Among airlines operating Guangzhou to Tokyo flights:

    • ANA: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Guangzhou to Tokyo?

    3 airlines operate flights between Guangzhou and Tokyo. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • China Southern
    • Japan Airlines
    • ANA

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

    Flights from Guangzhou to Tokyo usually depart from Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) and may arrive at several airports in Tokyo area, including Tokyo Haneda (HND) and Tokyo Narita (NRT).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Guangzhou to Tokyo flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • China Southern: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • ANA: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Japan Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Guangzhou to Tokyo?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Guangzhou to Tokyo:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Guangzhou to Tokyo?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $322 round-trip via Beijing Capital (PEK), compared to $345 for nonstop.

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

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

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 83% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Hong Kong Intl (HKG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the Guangzhou to Tokyo route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $323 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $419, a difference of $96. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Guangzhou to Tokyo?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Guangzhou to Tokyo route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 11 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Guangzhou to Tokyo spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Guangzhou to Tokyo flights, with 60% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 40%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Tokyo?

    Some of the most popular sights in Tokyo are Ginza, Shinjuku Train Station and Haneda Airport International Terminal Train Station. These are among the most viewed places in Tokyo on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Guangzhou to Tokyo?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Guangzhou to Tokyo:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:05 am and lands at 12:14 pm
    • Latest: departs at 3:10 pm and lands at 7:19 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 09m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Guangzhou to Tokyo flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 34% above the route average of $354. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Guangzhou to Tokyo?

    A nonstop flight from Guangzhou to Tokyo takes 4h 09m, covering 1,794 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Guangzhou to Tokyo?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Guangzhou to Tokyo changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $312 to $1,534. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Guangzhou to Tokyo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $460, which is 66% above the typical average for this route.

  • How does ANA’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Guangzhou to Tokyo flights?

    ANA is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while China Southern has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Guangzhou to Tokyo flights are:

    • ANA: 91% on time
    • China Southern: 88% on time
    • Japan Airlines: 87% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 89% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Guangzhou to Tokyo?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Guangzhou to Tokyo?

    Flying via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 56m, compared with 13h 11m via Changchun (CGQ) and 13h 57m via Hangzhou (HGH).

  • What is the time difference between Guangzhou and Tokyo?

    Tokyo is 1 hour ahead of Guangzhou (Japan Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available in Tokyo?

    Since Tokyo is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) — daily rates from around $17:

    • Yesaway
    • Times
    • IX Rental
    • Avis
    • Wheego

    Near Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) — daily rates from around $14:

    • Relax Rent A Car
    • Yesaway
    • Times
    • IX Rental
    • JDM Rent a car

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

    Round-trip flights from Guangzhou to Tokyo range from $281 to $466, with an average of $354 over the past 12 months. Anything below $281 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Guangzhou to Tokyo flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $323 - about $96 less than Friday (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Guangzhou to Tokyo trip for January. Fares historically average $260 round-trip in that month - typically $270 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, ANA is the strongest pick on this route. 91% of ANA flights from Guangzhou to Tokyo arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 89%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 11 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $322 round-trip on this route - about $23 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Tokyo Haneda Airport.
    - Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport, WorldHotels
    - The Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Haneda Airport Terminal 3
    - Hotel Villa Fontaine Premier Haneda Airport, WorldHotels

Prefer to fly direct from Guangzhou to Tokyo?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Tokyo, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Guangzhou Baiyun to Tokyo

Monday

ANA,China Southern,Japan Airlines

ANA,China Southern, +1 more

Tuesday

ANA,China Southern,Japan Airlines

ANA,China Southern, +1 more

Wednesday

ANA,China Southern,Japan Airlines

ANA,China Southern, +1 more

Thursday

ANA,China Southern,Japan Airlines

ANA,China Southern, +1 more

Friday

ANA,China Southern,Japan Airlines

ANA,China Southern, +1 more

Saturday

ANA,China Southern,Japan Airlines

ANA,China Southern, +1 more

Sunday

ANA,China Southern,Japan Airlines

ANA,China Southern, +1 more

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Direct returns

Tokyo to Guangzhou Baiyun

Monday

ANA,China Southern,Japan Airlines

ANA,China Southern, +1 more

Tuesday

ANA,China Southern,Japan Airlines

ANA,China Southern, +1 more

Wednesday

ANA,China Southern,Japan Airlines

ANA,China Southern, +1 more

Thursday

ANA,China Southern,Japan Airlines

ANA,China Southern, +1 more

Friday

ANA,China Southern,Japan Airlines

ANA,China Southern, +1 more

Saturday

ANA,China Southern,Japan Airlines

ANA,China Southern, +1 more

Sunday

ANA,China Southern,Japan Airlines

ANA,China Southern, +1 more

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