464 € Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Guangzhou

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Flight deals from Istanbul to Guangzhou

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 487 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Guangzhou

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Guangzhou flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Istanbul to Guangzhou

Istanbul to Guangzhou: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Guangzhou below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Guangzhou.

Istanbul to Guangzhou: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found464 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time10 hrs, 3 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week25

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Guangzhou: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Guangzhou is 464 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 3 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Guangzhou.
Turkish Airlines and China Southern fly direct from Istanbul to Guangzhou.
As of July 2026, there are 25 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Guangzhou.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Guangzhou is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou Airport on Saturday, 12 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 3 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Guangzhou but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Guangzhou is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Air China and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Guangzhou.

Flying from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN): what you need to know

  • Around 10 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou Airport.

  • The timezone in Guangzhou is UTC+8, which is five hours ahead of Istanbul.

  • Each week, there are 17 Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, take the 01:40 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 16:00 with China Southern Airlines.

  • Your IST to CAN flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Guangzhou — and maybe even more of China if you have time.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Turkish Airlines.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between IST and CAN include:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Beijing Daxing Airport

    • Hanoi Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

  • 244 € is the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. Return flights start from 464 €. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • To score cheap tickets from IST to CAN, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Finding cheap flights from IST to CAN is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)

Arriving at Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

When to fly to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Guangzhou based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Guangzhou is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Istanbul Airport to Guangzhou Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Look for cheap tickets from IST to CAN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

  • Guangzhou is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be discovered. About 105 kilometres south-east of Guangzhou, a trip to Shenzhen will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes.

  • Dongguan is another essential stop in China and is around 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. No trip is complete without experiencing Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park.

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