Cheap Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Guangzhou

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Flight deals from Amsterdam Schiphol to Guangzhou

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Guangzhou Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 13,551. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Guangzhou

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

Direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Guangzhou

Amsterdam Schiphol to Guangzhou: Alternative routes

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

Amsterdam to Guangzhou: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,760
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time10 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airlineChina Southern
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Guangzhou: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Amsterdam Schiphol to Guangzhou is R 11,464. 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 58 minutes is the average flight time from Amsterdam Schiphol to Guangzhou.
China Southern flies direct from Amsterdam Schiphol to Guangzhou.
As of July 2026, there are 12 flights per week flying from Amsterdam Schiphol to Guangzhou.
The cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Guangzhou is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Guangzhou Airport on Saturday, 22 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 58 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, China Eastern and China Southern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Guangzhou.

Flying from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Guangzhou Airport is 11 hours 25 minutes.

  • The timezone in Guangzhou is UTC+8, which is seven hours ahead of Amsterdam.

  • Flights from AMS to CAN start at 13:20 — the first with China Southern Airlines. The last departure is at 21:40 with China Southern Airlines. In total, you can choose from six weekly Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Guangzhou Airport flights.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your AMS to CAN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Jetting into Guangzhou (and then seeing more of China!) is a cinch with China Southern. This popular carrier has direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Guangzhou Airport.

  • The airline that passengers book most often on this route is China Southern.

  • China Southern is the most punctual carrier operating AMS to CAN flights. An impressive 85.19% of its services on this route arrive on time.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Guangzhou Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between AMS and CAN:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Beijing Daxing Airport

    • Xiamen Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

  • Right now, R 6,760 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 11,464. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AMS to CAN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Guangzhou Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from AMS to CAN.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Guangzhou Airport.

Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

  • Of the departures from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, 75% land on schedule at their destination.

  • To reach Amsterdam Schiphol Airport from central Amsterdam, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to AMS? If you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Guangzhou Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

When to fly to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Guangzhou Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Guangzhou based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Book your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Guangzhou Airport for July if you'd like to visit Guangzhou during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AMS to CAN around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of China

  • You've seen Guangzhou, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel around 105 kilometres south-east to Shenzhen to check off its top attractions. From Huangshan Mountain to The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If there's time to check out another great destination in China, consider Dongguan, about 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park are among its highlights.

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