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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 942
Typical prices: C$ 1,065-C$ 1,513
Sichuan Airlines
Mon 26/11Mon 17/12
YVR - CAN • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 1,110
Typical prices: C$ 1,277-C$ 1,707
China Southern
Thu 1/3Sat 14/4
YVR - CAN • Direct
Direct flights
4 days a week
You can fly direct with China Southern. Average duration is 14h 14m
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China Southern
Most punctual • 93% on-time
Night
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
12 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 17% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,095 (round-trip)
Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN)
Shortest trip • 15h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Guangzhou (YVR-CAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Vancouver to Guangzhou

Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 17 Dec
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12:30 a.m. - 10:25 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
18h 55m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
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6:30 a.m. - 9:40 p.m.CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-YVR Vancouver Intl
30h 10m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
C$ 942Sichuan Airlines
Mon, 30 Nov - Thu, 17 Dec
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12:30 a.m. - 10:25 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
18h 55m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
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11:50 a.m. - 9:40 p.m.CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-YVR Vancouver Intl
24h 50m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
C$ 954Sichuan Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Thu, 17 Dec
Beijing Capital Airlines Logo
2:40 p.m. - 12:05 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
42h 25m2 stops Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Hangzhou
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7:35 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-YVR Vancouver Intl
26h 25m2 stops Hangzhou Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
C$ 959Beijing Capital Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Thu, 17 Dec
Beijing Capital Airlines Logo
2:40 p.m. - 12:25 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
42h 45m2 stops Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Hangzhou
Beijing Capital Airlines Logo
7:35 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-YVR Vancouver Intl
26h 25m2 stops Hangzhou Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
C$ 987Beijing Capital Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
XiamenAir Logo
1:40 a.m. - 9:05 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
16h 25m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
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10:10 a.m. - 6:40 p.m.CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-YVR Vancouver Intl
23h 30m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
C$ 998XiamenAir
Thu, 14 Jan - Wed, 10 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:35 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
21h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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5:45 a.m. - 9:35 p.m.CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-YVR Vancouver Intl
30h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
C$ 1,010Cathay Pacific
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
XiamenAir Logo
1:40 a.m. - 4:55 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
24h 15m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
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6:30 p.m. - 6:40 p.m.CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-YVR Vancouver Intl
15h 10m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
C$ 1,015XiamenAir
Tue, 16 Feb - Tue, 16 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:35 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
21h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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10:20 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-YVR Vancouver Intl
14h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
C$ 1,036Cathay Pacific
Fri, 13 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
Air China Logo
1:00 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
18h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-YVR Vancouver Intl
17h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital
C$ 1,053Air China
Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
Air China Logo
1:00 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
18h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-YVR Vancouver Intl
17h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital
C$ 1,078Air China
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou typically range from C$ 1,065 to C$ 1,513. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 942, on Sichuan Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou at C$ 1,050 round-trip.
•June (C$ 1,952) and August (C$ 1,734) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 85% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou the cheapest?

Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Vancouver to Guangzhou

 
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Key details for Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

C$ 462
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou

When to book flights from Vancouver to Guangzhou

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Vancouver 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 Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:20 am and lands at 2:34 pm
    • Latest: departs at 12:35 am and lands at 2:49 pm.

    The flight takes about 14h 14m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long does a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou take?

    A direct flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou takes 14h 14m, covering 16,408 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou flight?

    Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou range from C$ 1,065 to C$ 1,513, with an average of C$ 1,270 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,065 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the C$ 1,270 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 1,095 round-trip via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), compared to C$ 1,469 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by China Southern and Air India. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou looking right now?

    One-way fares from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 559, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

    Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou usually depart from Vancouver Intl (YVR) and arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN).

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

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 52m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou pass through?

    One-stop flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou most commonly connect through:

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 58% of one-stop connections
    • Incheon Intl (ICN) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) – 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,168 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 1,360, a difference of C$ 192.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

    Only China Southern operates flights between Vancouver Intl Airport and Guangzhou.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

    Flying via Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 59m, compared with 16h 22m via Tokyo Narita (NRT) and 17h 27m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

  • What is the time difference between Vancouver Intl Airport and Guangzhou?

    Guangzhou is 15 hours ahead of Vancouver Intl Airport (China Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Guangzhou?

    Canton Fair Complex is one of the most viewed places in Guangzhou on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou flights?

    Among airlines operating Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou flights:

    • Air Canada: offers extra legroom; 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • China Southern: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Canada: a carry-on 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 Vancouver Intl 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average C$ 1,168, about C$ 192 less than Saturday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 1,050 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 902 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with China Southern. Over the past three months, 93% of China Southern flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Guangzhou arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 80%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 52m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 1,095 round-trip on this route – about C$ 374 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 Vancouver to Guangzhou?

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

Direct departures

Vancouver Intl to Guangzhou Baiyun

Tuesday

China Southern

China Southern

Wednesday

China Southern

China Southern

Friday

China Southern

China Southern

Sunday

China Southern

China Southern

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Direct returns

Guangzhou Baiyun to Vancouver Intl

Tuesday

China Southern

China Southern

Wednesday

China Southern

China Southern

Friday

China Southern

China Southern

Sunday

China Southern

China Southern

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