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Cheapest return flight
$1,123
Typical prices: $1,182-$1,702
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/11Wed 19/12
ADL - CAN • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
$1,152
Typical prices: $1,287-$1,893
China Southern
Mon 12/11Sun 25/11
ADL - CAN • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with China Southern. Average duration is 9h 01m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 98% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 27% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg $975 (return)
Shortest trip • 13h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Adelaide to Guangzhou (ADL-CAN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Adelaide to Guangzhou

Thu, 12 Nov - Sat, 19 Dec
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08:40 - 09:05ADL  Adelaide-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
26h 55m2 stops Melbourne Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
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13:00 - 07:00CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-ADL Adelaide
15h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,123Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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07:15 - 09:05ADL  Adelaide-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
28h 20m2 stops Melbourne Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
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22:20 - 10:30CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-ADL Adelaide
33h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,133Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 22 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
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18:35 - 09:25ADL  Adelaide-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
17h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi
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13:30 - 08:50CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-ADL Adelaide
16h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,138Singapore Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
China Southern Logo
11:30 - 18:00ADL  Adelaide-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
9h 00mdirect
China Southern Logo
22:25 - 09:55CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-ADL Adelaide
9h 00mdirect
$1,152China Southern
3+ days ago
Thu, 22 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:35 - 09:25ADL  Adelaide-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
17h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi
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10:45 - 17:20CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-ADL Adelaide
28h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,155Singapore Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Sat, 19 Dec
China Southern Logo
11:30 - 18:00ADL  Adelaide-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
9h 00mdirect
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21:00 - 13:00CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-ADL Adelaide
13h 30m1 stop Melbourne
$1,236China Southern
3+ days ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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12:00 - 21:05ADL  Adelaide-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
11h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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22:20 - 10:30CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-ADL Adelaide
33h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,327Cathay Pacific
3+ days ago
Mon, 19 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
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10:45 - 13:10ADL  Adelaide-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
28h 55m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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14:40 - 08:15CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-ADL Adelaide
15h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,378Malaysia Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 29 Oct - Tue, 17 Nov
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11:00 - 13:35ADL  Adelaide-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
29h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Malaysia Airlines Logo
14:40 - 08:15CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-ADL Adelaide
15h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,378Malaysia Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 25 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:00 - 21:05ADL  Adelaide-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
11h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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22:20 - 10:30CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-ADL Adelaide
33h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,469Cathay Pacific
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Adelaide to Guangzhou flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Adelaide to Guangzhou?

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Guangzhou?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Guangzhou at $990 return.
•December ($1,914) and June ($1,714) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 93% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Adelaide to Guangzhou the cheapest?

Flights from Adelaide to Guangzhou are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Adelaide to Guangzhou flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 56% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Adelaide to Guangzhou

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Adelaide 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 Adelaide 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 Adelaide to Guangzhou?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Adelaide to Guangzhou:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:30 and lands at 20:31
    • Latest: departs at 11:30 and lands at 20:31.

    The flight takes about 9h 01m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Adelaide to Guangzhou?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Adelaide to Guangzhou:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Adelaide to Guangzhou?

    A direct flight from Adelaide to Guangzhou takes 9h 01m, covering 11,275 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Adelaide 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 Adelaide to Guangzhou flight?

    Return flights from Adelaide to Guangzhou range from $1,182 to $1,702, with an average of $1,360 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,182 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Adelaide to Guangzhou flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 22% above the $1,360 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Adelaide to Guangzhou?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $975 return via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL), compared with $1,494 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Adelaide to Guangzhou?

    China Southern is the only airline operating Adelaide to Guangzhou flights. 98% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Adelaide to Guangzhou?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by China Southern and Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Adelaide to Guangzhou spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Adelaide to Guangzhou flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Adelaide to Guangzhou changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,138 to $5,771. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Adelaide to Guangzhou looking right now?

    One-way fares from Adelaide to Guangzhou are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $878, which is 14% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Adelaide to Guangzhou?

    Flights from Adelaide to Guangzhou usually depart from Adelaide (ADL) and arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Adelaide to Guangzhou?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Adelaide 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 Adelaide to Guangzhou route, 2% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 19m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Adelaide to Guangzhou pass through?

    One-stop flights from Adelaide to Guangzhou most commonly connect through:

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 56% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Melbourne (MEL) – 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Adelaide to Guangzhou?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Adelaide to Guangzhou. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,268 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,457, a difference of $189.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Adelaide to Guangzhou?

    Only China Southern operates flights between Adelaide and Guangzhou.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Adelaide to Guangzhou?

    Flying via Melbourne (MEL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 23m, compared to 15h 03m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and 15h 18m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

  • What is the time difference between Adelaide and Guangzhou?

    Guangzhou is 2 hours behind Adelaide (China Time vs Central Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Guangzhou?

    Some of the most popular sights in Guangzhou are Canton Fair Complex, China Guangzhou Wholesale Market, and Poly World Trade Center. These are among the most viewed places in Guangzhou on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Adelaide to Guangzhou flights?

    Among airlines operating Adelaide to Guangzhou flights:

    • China Southern: 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 Adelaide to Guangzhou flights?

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

    • China Southern: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Qantas Airways: a cabin 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 Adelaide 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,268, about $189 less than Saturday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Adelaide to Guangzhou trip for March. Fares historically average $990 return in that month – typically $924 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $975 return on this route – about $518 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Adelaide to Guangzhou Baiyun?

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

Direct departures

Adelaide to Guangzhou Baiyun

Monday

China Southern

China Southern

Tuesday

China Southern

China Southern

Wednesday

China Southern

China Southern

Thursday

China Southern

China Southern

Friday

China Southern

China Southern

Saturday

China Southern

China Southern

Sunday

China Southern

China Southern

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Direct returns

Guangzhou Baiyun to Adelaide

Monday

China Southern

China Southern

Tuesday

China Southern

China Southern

Wednesday

China Southern

China Southern

Thursday

China Southern

China Southern

Friday

China Southern

China Southern

Saturday

China Southern

China Southern

Sunday

China Southern

China Southern

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