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Cheapest return flight
£790
Typical prices: £566-£730
Qatar Airways
Sun 4/11Fri 9/11
CAN - AMS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£429
Typical prices: £250-£642
Vietnam Airlines
Fri 28/9
CAN - AMS • 1 stop
Direct flights
You can fly direct with China Southern. Average duration is 12h 26m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 94% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to travel
Cheapest • 28% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £559 (return)
Shortest trip • 16h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Guangzhou to Amsterdam (CAN-AMS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Guangzhou to Amsterdam

Wed, 4 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
00:55 - 13:20CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
19h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
15:05 - 14:25AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
16h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£790Qatar Airways
Wed, 4 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
00:55 - 13:20CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
19h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
15:05 - 14:25AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
16h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£798Qatar Airways
Tue, 20 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
Qatar Airways Logo
01:35 - 20:45CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
25h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
15:05 - 14:25AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
16h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£822Qatar Airways
Wed, 21 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
Cathay Pacific Logo
05:00 - 06:55CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
31h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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12:20 - 02:00AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
30h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£837Cathay Pacific
Wed, 21 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
Cathay Pacific Logo
05:00 - 06:55CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
31h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:20 - 02:00AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
30h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£838Cathay Pacific
Wed, 4 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
00:55 - 13:20CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
19h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
09:35 - 14:25AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
21h 50m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl
£934Qatar Airways
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
Gulf Air Logo
19:00 - 10:10CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
46h 10m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Istanbul
Gulf Air Logo
06:55 - 11:15AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
21h 20m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Manama Bahrain Intl
£937Gulf Air
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
Gulf Air Logo
19:00 - 21:45CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
33h 45m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Istanbul
Gulf Air Logo
06:55 - 11:15AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
21h 20m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Manama Bahrain Intl
£938Gulf Air
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
Gulf Air Logo
19:00 - 10:10CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
46h 10m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Istanbul
Gulf Air Logo
06:55 - 11:15AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
21h 20m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Manama Bahrain Intl
£938Gulf Air
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
Gulf Air Logo
19:00 - 10:10CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
46h 10m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Istanbul
Gulf Air Logo
06:55 - 11:15AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
21h 20m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Manama Bahrain Intl
£948Gulf Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Guangzhou to Amsterdam flights

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

How much is a return flight from Guangzhou to Amsterdam?

Return flights from Guangzhou to Amsterdam start at £790. Prices are above average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £566 to £730. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £790 on Qatar Airways.

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

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Guangzhou to Amsterdam and is 12% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 53% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

Key details for Guangzhou to Amsterdam flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

£429
Best time to beat the crowds (28% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (66% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Guangzhou to Amsterdam

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

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

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Guangzhou to Amsterdam?

    Only China Southern operates flights between Guangzhou and Amsterdam.

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

    Flights from Guangzhou to Amsterdam usually depart from Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) and arrive at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Guangzhou to Amsterdam 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

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

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Guangzhou to Amsterdam?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £559 return via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), compared with £715 for direct.

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

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

    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 12% of one-stop connections

    Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 43% on the Guangzhou to Amsterdam route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £566 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £977, a difference of £411. 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 on the route from Guangzhou to Amsterdam?

    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 Amsterdam route, 6% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 3 hours 5 minutes.

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

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Guangzhou to Amsterdam flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Amsterdam?

    Some of the most popular sights in Amsterdam are Amsterdam RAI, Amsterdam Arena, and Vondel Park. These are among the most viewed places in Amsterdam on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 00:20 and lands at 12:46
    • Latest: departs at 13:35 and lands at 02:01.

    The flight takes about 12h 26m.

  • How long is a flight from Guangzhou to Amsterdam?

    A direct flight from Guangzhou to Amsterdam takes 12h 26m, covering 5,675 miles.

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

    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 Amsterdam 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 £790 to £3,306. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Guangzhou to Amsterdam are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £1,863, which is 434% above the typical average for this route.

  • How does China Southern's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Guangzhou to Amsterdam flights?

    China Southern is the only airline operating Guangzhou to Amsterdam flights. 94% of its flights are on time.

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

    Afternoon 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 stopover airport from Guangzhou to Amsterdam?

    Flying via Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 06m, compared to 16h 41m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and 18h 00m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Guangzhou and Amsterdam?

    Amsterdam is 6 hours behind Guangzhou (Central European Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)?

    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £17 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • keddy by Europcar
    • Hertz

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

    Return flights from Guangzhou to Amsterdam range from £566 to £730, with an average of £638 over the past 12 months. Anything below £566 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Guangzhou to Amsterdam 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 Friday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Friday flights average £566 – about £411 less than Monday (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Guangzhou to Amsterdam trip for December. Fares historically average £460 return in that month – typically £602 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £559 return on this route – about £156 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 Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
    - Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel and Conference Center

Prefer to fly direct from Guangzhou to Amsterdam?

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

Direct departures

Guangzhou Baiyun to Amsterdam Schiphol

Monday

China Southern

China Southern

Tuesday

China Southern

China Southern

Wednesday

China Southern

China Southern

Thursday

China Southern

China Southern

Friday

China Southern

China Southern

Saturday

China Southern

China Southern

Sunday

China Southern

China Southern

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Direct returns

Amsterdam Schiphol to Guangzhou Baiyun

Monday

China Southern

China Southern

Tuesday

China Southern

China Southern

Wednesday

China Southern

China Southern

Thursday

China Southern

China Southern

Friday

China Southern

China Southern

Saturday

China Southern

China Southern

Sunday

China Southern

China Southern

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