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Flight deals from Guangzhou to San Francisco International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Guangzhou to San Francisco International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
San Francisco.C$780 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 17, returning Tue, Jul 22.Round-trip flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departing from Guangzhou on Tue, Jun 17, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Jul 22, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$780, select.
San Francisco.C$816 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jun 19, returning Thu, Jun 26.Round-trip flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departing from Guangzhou on Thu, Jun 19, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departing from San Francisco International on Thu, Jun 26, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$816, select.
San Francisco.C$900 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 13, returning Sat, Sep 20.Round-trip flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departing from Guangzhou on Sat, Sep 13, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Sat, Sep 20, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$900, select.
San Francisco.C$901 per passenger.Departing Sat, Nov 1, returning Sat, Nov 8.Round-trip flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departing from Guangzhou on Sat, Nov 1, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Sat, Nov 8, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$901, select.
San Francisco.C$901 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 8, returning Wed, Oct 22.Round-trip flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departing from Guangzhou on Wed, Oct 8, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Wed, Oct 22, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$901, select.
San Francisco.C$906 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 8, returning Wed, Nov 5.Round-trip flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departing from Guangzhou on Wed, Oct 8, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Wed, Nov 5, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$906, select.
San Francisco.C$947 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 23, returning Sun, Aug 31.Round-trip flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departing from Guangzhou on Sat, Aug 23, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Sun, Aug 31, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$947, select.
San Francisco.C$951 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 20, returning Wed, Oct 8.Round-trip flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departing from Guangzhou on Sat, Sep 20, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Wed, Oct 8, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$951, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou Airport to San Francisco International Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Guangzhou Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from C$816
Jul
from C$1,292
Aug
from C$947
Sep
from C$900
Oct
from C$901
Nov
from C$901
Dec
from C$1,051
Jan
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Feb
from C$1,185
Mar
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Apr
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May
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Cheapest month:June
Most expensive month:July

Direct flights from Guangzhou to San Francisco International

Guangzhou to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

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

Guangzhou to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$780
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time12 hrs, 42 mins
Most popular airlineChina Southern
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Guangzhou to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Guangzhou to San Francisco International is C$780. 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 42 minutes is the average flight time from Guangzhou to San Francisco International.
China Southern flies direct from Guangzhou to San Francisco International.
There are 2 flights per week flying from Guangzhou to San Francisco International, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to San Francisco International is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Guangzhou Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 42 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 San Francisco International 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 San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Cathay Pacific and China Southern offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Flying from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is 12 hours 55 minutes.

  • San Francisco's timezone is UTC-7, making San Francisco 15 hours behind Guangzhou.

  • Every week, there are three Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board early, jump on the 22:45 China Southern Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 22:45 with China Southern Airlines.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your CAN to SFO flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • China Southern Airlines has direct flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in San Francisco — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.

  • China Southern Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier operating CAN to SFO flights is China Southern Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 77.78% of the time.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CAN and SFO:

    • Haneda Airport

    • Los Angeles International Airport

    • Wuhan Tianhe International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is C$474. A round-trip ticket is currently C$780. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CAN to SFO.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CAN to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

  • San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of San Francisco. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Lock in your flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from CAN to SFO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • You've done San Francisco, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to tick off its popular sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Fresno is another well-known destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No trip is complete without experiencing Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.

Plan the rest of your trip from Guangzhou to San Francisco

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