Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Guangzhou?

Flights from San Diego to Guangzhou usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Guangzhou?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Diego to Guangzhou.

Which airports do connecting flights from San Diego to Guangzhou pass through?

Most connecting flights from San Diego to Guangzhou pass through Los Angeles (LAX), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Guangzhou?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 40% on the San Diego to Guangzhou route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $921 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,523, a difference of $602. 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 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.

How long is a flight from San Diego to Guangzhou?

A nonstop flight from San Diego to Guangzhou takes 0h 00m, covering 7,322 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego 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 are flight prices from San Diego to Guangzhou looking right now?

One-way fares from San Diego to Guangzhou are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $785, which is 12% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between San Diego and Guangzhou?

Guangzhou is 15 hours ahead of San Diego (China Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a San Diego to Guangzhou flight?

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Guangzhou range from $1,073 to $1,160, with an average of $1,160 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,073 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Diego to Guangzhou?

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,221. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Diego to Guangzhou which airport offers the shortest layover?

Los Angeles (LAX) had the shortest average connection time for San Diego to Guangzhou layovers at 924 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 28

7:50 am - 2:20 amSAN San Diego-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

27h 30m2 stops San Francisco Hong Kong Intl

5:45 am - 5:52 pmCAN Guangzhou Baiyun-SAN San Diego

27h 07m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$865Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8

10:10 pm - 9:05 pmSAN San Diego-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

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10:20 pm - 9:57 amCAN Guangzhou Baiyun-SAN San Diego

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$917Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20

7:50 am - 2:20 amSAN San Diego-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

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10:20 pm - 5:52 pmCAN Guangzhou Baiyun-SAN San Diego

34h 32m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$921Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8

6:35 pm - 9:05 pmSAN San Diego-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

34h 30m2 stops San Francisco Hong Kong Intl

10:20 pm - 8:42 amCAN Guangzhou Baiyun-SAN San Diego

26h 22m2 stops Hong Kong Intl San Francisco

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Mon, Oct 19 - Fri, Oct 23

8:28 pm - 9:05 pmSAN San Diego-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

33h 37m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Hong Kong Intl

10:20 pm - 8:45 amCAN Guangzhou Baiyun-SAN San Diego

25h 25m2 stops Hong Kong Intl San Francisco

$967Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30

7:50 am - 2:00 amSAN San Diego-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

27h 10m2 stops San Francisco Hong Kong Intl

5:45 am - 5:10 pmCAN Guangzhou Baiyun-SAN San Diego

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Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 24

7:10 am - 2:00 amSAN San Diego-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

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Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Nov 16

7:50 am - 9:05 pmSAN San Diego-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

22h 15m2 stops San Francisco Hong Kong Intl

10:15 am - 2:47 pmCAN Guangzhou Baiyun-SAN San Diego

20h 32m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$981Cathay Pacific

Mon, Oct 12 - Wed, Oct 28

7:50 am - 2:20 amSAN San Diego-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

27h 30m2 stops San Francisco Hong Kong Intl

5:45 am - 2:38 pmCAN Guangzhou Baiyun-SAN San Diego

23h 53m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$986Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Thu, Nov 5

7:50 am - 2:20 amSAN San Diego-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

27h 30m2 stops San Francisco Hong Kong Intl

5:45 am - 1:36 pmCAN Guangzhou Baiyun-SAN San Diego

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Diego to Guangzhou?

Cathay Pacific ($960) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Diego to Guangzhou in the last 5 days.

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Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Guangzhou?
Flights from San Diego to Guangzhou usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Guangzhou?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Diego to Guangzhou.
Which airports do connecting flights from San Diego to Guangzhou pass through?
Most connecting flights from San Diego to Guangzhou pass through Los Angeles (LAX), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Guangzhou?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 40% on the San Diego to Guangzhou route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $921 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,523, a difference of $602. 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 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.
How long is a flight from San Diego to Guangzhou?
A nonstop flight from San Diego to Guangzhou takes 0h 00m, covering 7,322 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego 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 are flight prices from San Diego to Guangzhou looking right now?
One-way fares from San Diego to Guangzhou are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $785, which is 12% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between San Diego and Guangzhou?
Guangzhou is 15 hours ahead of San Diego (China Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Diego to Guangzhou flight?
Round-trip flights from San Diego to Guangzhou range from $1,073 to $1,160, with an average of $1,160 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,073 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $921 - about $602 less than Monday (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Guangzhou trip for March. Fares historically average $921 round-trip in that month - typically $602 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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.
- Novotel Guangzhou Baiyun Airport
- Pullman Guangzhou Baiyun Airport
- Kaiserdom Hotel Baiyun Airport-24-hour Airport-Free shuttle bus

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