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Cheapest round-trip
$524
Typical prices: $671-$1,043
Turkish Airlines
Fri 11/30Thu 12/13
IST - CAN • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$356
Typical prices: $369-$612
Turkish Airlines
Sun 12/16
IST - CAN • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines and China Southern. Average duration is 9h 55m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 91% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 48% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 23% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $458 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 16h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Guangzhou (IST-CAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Guangzhou

Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 13
Turkish Airlines Logo
3:20 pm - 6:05 amIST  Istanbul-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
9h 45mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:35 am - 2:20 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-IST Istanbul
11h 45mnonstop
$524Turkish Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Sun, Dec 27
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:05 pm - 7:50 amIST  Istanbul-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
9h 45mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:35 am - 2:20 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-IST Istanbul
11h 45mnonstop
$524Turkish Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Fri, Dec 25
China Southern Logo
2:25 pm - 5:25 amIST  Istanbul-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
10h 00mnonstop
China Southern Logo
3:15 pm - 9:50 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-IST Istanbul
35h 35m1 stop Urumqi
$528China Southern
Fri, Dec 18 - Sat, Dec 26
China Southern Logo
2:25 pm - 5:25 amIST  Istanbul-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
10h 00mnonstop
China Southern Logo
12:05 pm - 9:50 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-IST Istanbul
14h 45m1 stop Urumqi
$528China Southern
Mon, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 15
China Eastern Logo
1:35 pm - 12:10 amIST  Istanbul-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
29h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
8:30 pm - 8:10 amCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-IST Istanbul
16h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$528China Eastern
Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Dec 27
China Eastern Logo
1:35 pm - 4:15 pmIST  Istanbul-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
21h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
11:05 pm - 7:00 amCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-IST Istanbul
36h 55m1 stop Xi'an Xianyang
$530China Eastern
Mon, Mar 29 - Tue, Apr 13
Gulf Air Logo
3:45 pm - 2:00 pmIST  Istanbul-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
17h 15m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
7:20 pm - 2:45 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-IST Istanbul
24h 25m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
$531Gulf Air
Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 8
Gulf Air Logo
6:30 am - 11:15 amIST  Istanbul-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
23h 45m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
7:00 pm - 3:20 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-IST Istanbul
25h 20m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
$539Gulf Air
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6
Sichuan Airlines Logo
3:40 pm - 9:50 pmIST  Istanbul-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
25h 10m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 6:40 amCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-IST Istanbul
18h 25m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$554Sichuan Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 24
Sichuan Airlines Logo
3:40 pm - 9:50 pmIST  Istanbul-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
25h 10m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 6:40 amCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-IST Istanbul
23h 50m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$555Sichuan Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Istanbul Airport 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 round-trip flight from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou?

Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou typically range from $671 to $1,043. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $524, on Turkish Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou at $633 round-trip.
•October ($1,030) and April ($872) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou the cheapest?

Flights from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 48% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$356
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 75% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou

When to book flights from Istanbul to Guangzhou

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

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

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 1:35 am and lands at 11:30 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:05 pm and lands at 3:00 am.

    The flight takes about 9h 55m.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou?

    A nonstop flight from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou takes 9h 55m, covering 4,895 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul Airport 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 Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou flight?

    Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou range from $671 to $1,043, with an average of $827 over the past 12 months. Anything below $671 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the $827 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $458 round-trip via Kuwait City (KWI), compared to $1,006 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $100–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and China Southern. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300ER variants.

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

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, morning flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

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

    One-way fares from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $371, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou usually depart from Istanbul (IST) and arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

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

    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 Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 3h 14m.

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

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

    • Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $734 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $874, a difference of $140.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou?

    2 airlines operate flights between Istanbul Airport and Guangzhou. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Turkish Airlines
    • China Southern

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

    Flying via Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 17m, compared with 16h 27m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 16h 27m via Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX).

  • What is the time difference between Istanbul Airport and Guangzhou?

    Guangzhou is 5 hours ahead of Istanbul Airport (China Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Guangzhou?

    Some of the most popular sights in Guangzhou are Canton Fair Complex, China Guangzhou Wholesale Market and Yuexiu Park. These are among the most viewed places in Guangzhou on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou flights:

    • China Southern: offers free seat selection
    • Turkish Airlines: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou 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
    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

Your guide to booking Istanbul Airport 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $734, about $140 less than Tuesday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 48% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou trip for September. Fares historically average $633 round-trip in that month - typically $397 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with China Southern. Over the past three months, 91% of China Southern flights from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 88%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 3h 14m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Kuwait City Airport (KWI) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $458 round-trip on this route - about $548 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 Guangzhou Baiyun Airport.

    • Pullman Guangzhou Baiyun Airport
    • Novotel Guangzhou Baiyun Airport
    • Fairfield by Marriott Guangzhou Konggang

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to Guangzhou?

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

Direct departures

Istanbul to Guangzhou Baiyun

Monday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Guangzhou Baiyun to Istanbul

Monday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

China Southern,Turkish Airlines

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