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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dubai to Guangzhou? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Guangzhou

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

Direct flights from Dubai to Guangzhou

Dubai to Guangzhou: Alternative routes

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

Dubai to Guangzhou: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,640
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time7 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week108

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to Guangzhou: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dubai to Guangzhou is R 7,076. 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.
7 hours and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to Guangzhou.
Emirates, China Southern and Sichuan Airlines fly direct from Dubai to Guangzhou.
As of July 2025, there are 50 flights per week flying from Dubai to Guangzhou.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Guangzhou is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Dubai to Guangzhou Airport on Monday, 13 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 27 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.

Travelling from Dubai to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): What you need to know

  • Dubai has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Dubai to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).

  • Expect to be in the air for 7 hours 20 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Dubai to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight.

  • Guangzhou is four hours ahead of Dubai. Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is located in Guangzhou, which is in the UTC+8 timezone.

  • The most popular route is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN), with 21 direct weekly services. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from DXB to CAN is the 1am China Southern Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 9:20pm with China Southern Airlines.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Dubai to CAN.

  • Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

Airports in Dubai

Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • Get there in one go from Dubai Airport (DXB). Nonstop flights from Dubai to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) operate from here.

  • China Southern Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Dubai to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport jetting out of DXB.

  • The majority of travellers prefer to fly with China Southern Airlines from DXB to CAN.

  • China Southern Airlines is the most punctual carrier. An exceptional 88.44% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Dubai to CAN leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)

    • Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)

  • DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.

  • In search of a convenient hotel near Dubai Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai Airport, data shows 74.31% of flights complete their journey on time.

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

  • You can arrive at DWC from central Dubai in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.

  • Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Dubai to CAN flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:

  • Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 56.64%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on schedule.

About Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

  • At the moment, R 3,640 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 7,076. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To snap up cheap flights from Dubai to CAN, book your ticket three months before your departure date.

  • August is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Dubai to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Dubai to CAN is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Nail down a great price on a flight from Dubai to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Dubai to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

  • Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Guangzhou. July is when most people book flights from Dubai to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.

  • The warmest month in Guangzhou is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Dubai to CAN plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).

More about Guangzhou

Explore more of China

  • Shenzhen is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Guangzhou. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes.

  • If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in China, consider Hong Kong, roughly 153 kilometres south-east of Guangzhou. Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Peak are key highlights.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.