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Cheapest return flight
£538
Typical prices: £552-£788
Lufthansa, Air China
Fri 16/11Fri 23/11
LHR - CAN • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
£579
Typical prices: £580-£818
China Southern
Sun 2/12Tue 11/12
LHR - CAN • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with China Southern. Average duration is 11h 45m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 93% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 21% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £469 (return)
Shortest trip • 15h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Heathrow to Guangzhou (LHR-CAN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Heathrow to Guangzhou

Tue, 20 Apr - Wed, 28 Apr
Etihad Airways Logo
20:45 - 08:35LHR  London Heathrow-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
28h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
19:40 - 18:45CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-LHR London Heathrow
30h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£538Etihad Airways
Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:10 - 18:30LHR  London Heathrow-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
23h 20m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Beijing Capital
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:00 - 19:55CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-LHR London Heathrow
30h 55m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
£538Multiple Airlines
Thu, 11 Mar - Mon, 15 Mar
China Eastern Logo
12:30 - 14:05LHR  London Heathrow-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
17h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
09:00 - 17:30CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-LHR London Heathrow
16h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£540China Eastern
Sun, 29 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
China Eastern Logo
21:00 - 00:10LHR  London Heathrow-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
19h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
09:00 - 17:30CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-LHR London Heathrow
16h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£540China Eastern
Tue, 2 Mar - Sat, 6 Mar
Gulf Air Logo
21:40 - 11:15LHR  London Heathrow-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
29h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
19:00 - 06:35CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-LHR London Heathrow
19h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
£540Gulf Air
Mon, 1 Mar - Sat, 6 Mar
Gulf Air Logo
09:30 - 11:15LHR  London Heathrow-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
17h 45m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
19:00 - 06:35CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-LHR London Heathrow
19h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
£540Gulf Air
Tue, 1 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
Air China Logo
21:50 - 20:55LHR  London Heathrow-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
15h 05m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Air China Logo
09:30 - 17:50CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-LHR London Heathrow
16h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
£542Air China
Wed, 9 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
Hainan Airlines Logo
21:05 - 11:50LHR  London Heathrow-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
30h 45m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
Hainan Airlines Logo
07:55 - 18:25CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-LHR London Heathrow
18h 30m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
£546Hainan Airlines
Fri, 26 Feb - Sun, 14 Mar
Hainan Airlines Logo
21:00 - 07:55LHR  London Heathrow-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
26h 55m2 stops Changsha Huanghua Intl Haikou Meilan Intl
Hainan Airlines Logo
23:20 - 18:15CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-LHR London Heathrow
26h 55m2 stops Haikou Meilan Intl Changsha Huanghua Intl
£546Hainan Airlines
Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
Air China Logo
21:30 - 11:25LHR  London Heathrow-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
29h 55m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Air China Logo
08:00 - 18:40CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-LHR London Heathrow
18h 40m2 stops Beijing Capital Vienna Intl
£557Air China
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Price, demand, and travel trends for London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou at £511 return.
•August (£917) and July (£870) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 79% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou the cheapest?

Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% 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 Heathrow to Guangzhou

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Jessica Macdonald

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Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has travelled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Key details for London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

£283
Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 48% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou

When to book flights from Heathrow to Guangzhou

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Heathrow 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 London Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 22:00 and lands at 09:45
    • Latest: departs at 22:00 and lands at 09:45.

    The flight takes about 11h 45m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou?

    A direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou takes 11h 45m, covering 5,896 miles.

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

    Return flights from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou range from £552 to £788, with an average of £644 over the past 12 months. Anything below £552 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the £644 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £469 return via Xi'an Xianyang (XIY), compared with £707 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou?

    China Southern is the only airline operating London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou flights. 93% of its flights are on time.

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

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by EVA Air and Thai Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

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

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

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

    One-way fares from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £312, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou usually depart from London Heathrow (LHR) and arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN).

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

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

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from London Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou route, 7% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 42m.

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

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

    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Chongqing Jiangbei Intl (CKG) – 12% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £610 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £691, a difference of £81.

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

  • Which airlines fly from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou?

    Only China Southern operates flights between London Heathrow Airport and Guangzhou.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 33m, compared to 16h 35m via Beijing Capital (PEK) and 16h 41m via Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX).

  • What is the time difference between London Heathrow Airport and Guangzhou?

    Guangzhou is 8 hours ahead of London Heathrow Airport (China Time vs British 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, Baima Clothing 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 London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou flights?

    Among airlines operating London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou flights:

    • China Southern: 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 London Heathrow 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
    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

Your guide to booking London Heathrow 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £610, about £81 less than Tuesday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou trip for January. Fares historically average £511 return in that month – typically £406 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Xi'an Xianyang Airport (XIY) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £469 return on this route – about £238 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.

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

Prefer to fly direct from London Heathrow Airport to Guangzhou?

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

Direct departures

London Heathrow 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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Direct returns

Guangzhou Baiyun to London Heathrow

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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