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Cheapest return flight
£576
Typical prices: £610-£836
TAAG
Sat 17/11Mon 26/11
JNB - CAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£474
Typical prices: £355-£554
Air Tanzania
Fri 9/11
JNB - CAN • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Guangzhou. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
12 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 11% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG)
Cheapest • Avg £497 (return)
Hong Kong Intl (HKG)
Shortest trip • 16h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou (JNB-CAN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Johannesburg to Guangzhou

Tue, 17 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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05:45 - 07:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
20h 05m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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00:15 - 04:15CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
£576TAAG
Mon, 16 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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16:40 - 07:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
33h 10m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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00:15 - 04:15CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
£576TAAG
Mon, 16 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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08:20 - 17:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
27h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Changsha Huanghua Intl
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23:00 - 03:55CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 55m2 stops Changsha Huanghua Intl Addis Ababa Bole
£587Multiple Airlines
Thu, 29 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
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23:00 - 18:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
37h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Changsha Huanghua Intl
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08:30 - 20:10CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 40m2 stops Changsha Huanghua Intl Addis Ababa Bole
£648Multiple Airlines
Mon, 16 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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17:00 - 18:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
19h 35m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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21:40 - 00:25CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 45m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
£709Kenya Airways
Fri, 13 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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17:00 - 18:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
19h 35m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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21:40 - 10:55CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
£710Kenya Airways
Thu, 15 Apr - Thu, 22 Apr
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14:30 - 07:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
34h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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09:15 - 13:30CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£769Ethiopian Air
Tue, 13 Apr - Tue, 20 Apr
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14:30 - 07:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
34h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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09:15 - 13:30CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£769Ethiopian Air
Fri, 16 Apr - Fri, 23 Apr
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10:05 - 22:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
29h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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00:20 - 16:15CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
£786Emirates
Mon, 30 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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10:10 - 21:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
29h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
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00:15 - 05:35CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
£843Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou typically range from £610 to £836. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £576 on TAAG.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou at £627 return.
•December (£836) and April (£791) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

£474
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou

When to book flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou

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

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

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou takes 00m, covering 6,626 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou range from £610 to £836, with an average of £708 over the past 12 months. Anything below £610 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the £708 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou 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 £576 to £2,097. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £757, which is 71% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 52% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £675 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £766, a difference of £91.

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

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou?

    Flying via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 49m, compared to 17h 42m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and 21h 12m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Guangzhou?

    Guangzhou is 6 hours ahead of Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (China Time vs South Africa 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 Baima Clothing Wholesale Market, Yuexiu Park, and Canton Fair Complex. These are among the most viewed places in Guangzhou on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £675, about £91 less than Saturday fares (12% 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 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou trip for February. Fares historically average £627 return in that month – typically £209 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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.

    • Kaiserdom Hotel Baiyun Airport-24-hour Airport-Free shuttle bus

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