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      Compare Guangzhou to London Gatwick flight deals

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      Flight deals from Guangzhou to London Gatwick

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Guangzhou Airport to London Gatwick Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 10,678. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      London.R 3,548 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Guangzhou on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,548, select.
      London.R 3,553 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Guangzhou on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,553, select.
      London.R 3,555 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,555, select.
      London.R 3,558 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,558, select.
      London.R 3,560 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Guangzhou on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,560, select.
      London.R 3,641 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Feb.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Guangzhou on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,641, select.
      London.R 4,208 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Guangzhou on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,208, select.
      London.R 4,262 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,262, select.
      London.R 5,720 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Guangzhou on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,720, select.
      London.R 6,869 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Aug.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Guangzhou on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,869, select.
      London.R 6,895 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Apr.One-way flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Guangzhou on Sat, 17 Apr, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,895, select.
      London.R 7,998 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Guangzhou on Sat, 1 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,998, select.
      London.R 8,007 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Jun.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Guangzhou on Sat, 12 Jun, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,007, select.
      London.R 8,150 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,150, select.
      London.R 8,830 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Jul.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Guangzhou on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,830, select.
      London.R 9,089 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,089, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to London Gatwick

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Guangzhou to London Gatwick flights are currently cheapest in October.
      Jul
      from R 4,208
      Aug
      from R 4,262
      Sep
      from R 3,553
      Oct
      from R 3,548
      Nov
      from R 3,555
      Dec
      from R 3,560
      Jan
      from R 3,558
      Feb
      from R 3,641
      Mar
      from R 5,720
      Apr
      from R 6,895
      May
      from R 7,998
      Jun
      from R 8,007

      Direct flights from Guangzhou to London Gatwick

      Guangzhou to London Gatwick: Alternative routes

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

      London City

      12km from central London
      Closest
      from R 6,157
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      London Heathrow

      23km from central London
      from R 4,200
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      London Gatwick

      40km from central London
      Cheapest
      from R 3,548
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      London Luton

      45km from central London
      from R 4,818
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      London Stansted

      49km from central London
      from R 4,615
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      London Southend

      57km from central London
      from R 5,497
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      Guangzhou to London: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 3,548
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time12 hrs, 28 mins
      Most popular airlineChina Southern
      Average flights per week9

      Finding cheap flights from Guangzhou to London Gatwick: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Guangzhou to London Gatwick is R 9,688. 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.
      12 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Guangzhou to London Gatwick.
      China Southern and Sichuan Airlines fly direct from Guangzhou to London Gatwick.
      As of July 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from Guangzhou to London Gatwick.
      The cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to London Gatwick is usually November.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Guangzhou Airport to London Gatwick Airport on Wednesday, 4 November 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 28 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 London Gatwick 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 London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, AirAsia and China Southern offer the cheapest flight tickets to London Gatwick.

      Flying from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know

      • Jump on a direct flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London Gatwick Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 12 hours 30 minutes.

      • London is eight hours behind Guangzhou and follows the UTC+0 timezone.

      • Flights from CAN to LGW start from 01:35 — the earliest with China Southern Airlines. The latest departure is at 01:55 with China Southern Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of three weekly Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights.

      • To ensure you get on your CAN to LGW flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

      • During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

      • Jetting into London (and then discovering more of United Kingdom!) is easy with China Southern Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.

      • China Southern Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.

      • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between CAN and LGW include:

        • Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport

        • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

        • Shanghai Pudong International Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

      • R 3,548 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Return flights start at R 9,688. These prices can change based on availability and demand.

      • To get cheap tickets from CAN to LGW, book your trip six months ahead of your departure date.

      • May is the cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

      • Save time looking for cheap flights from CAN to LGW by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

      • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.

      Handy information about Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

      Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

      Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London

      • London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres from the centre of London. The drive time takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.

      • It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.

      When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

      • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. August is the busiest month to visit London. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.

      • When reserving your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

      • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAN to LGW in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.

      Explore more of United Kingdom

      • Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

      • Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.

      Plan the rest of your trip from Guangzhou to London

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.