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$273+ Cheap flights from Guangzhou (CAN) to Istanbul (IST)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAN — IST
May 28 — Jun 41
Wed 5/28
Wed 6/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Guangzhou Baiyun to Istanbul are usually found in October or November, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Guangzhou to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Guangzhou (CAN) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$619
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$273
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$811

Good round-trip deal

$1,237 or less

Good one-way deal

$765 or less
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Cheapest flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Guangzhou to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 23, 2025.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/63:30 pmCAN - IST
1 stop21h 30mChina Eastern
Sat 7/192:00 pmIST - CAN
1 stop20h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/21$619
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/512:15 amCAN - IST
1 stop19h 10mEmirates
Fri 7/182:10 amIST - CAN
1 stop14h 50mEmirates
Deal found 5/21$704
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/261:35 amCAN - IST
1 stop22h 00mQatar Airways
Fri 7/49:50 amIST - CAN
1 stop23h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/22$736
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/63:45 pmCAN - IST
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1911:10 pmIST - CAN
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$779
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/303:25 pmCAN - IST
2 stops24h 30mSAUDIA
Wed 10/84:25 pmIST - CAN
1 stop16h 05mSAUDIA
Deal found 5/22$857
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/511:00 pmCAN - IST
Nonstop11h 10mTurkish Airlines
Fri 7/111:40 amIST - CAN
Nonstop10h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/21$883
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/611:20 pmCAN - IST
1 stop23h 15mEgyptair
Fri 7/182:00 amIST - CAN
2 stops32h 30mEgyptair
Deal found 5/21$1,489
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/177:05 amCAN - IST
1 stop28h 25mSichuan Airlines
Sun 7/63:40 pmIST - CAN
1 stop13h 45mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 5/22$1,949
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/301:20 amCAN - IST
1 stop36h 10mSingapore Airlines
Wed 7/91:20 pmIST - CAN
1 stop17h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/22$2,226
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/12:10 pmCAN - IST
2 stops36h 10mLufthansa
Wed 7/92:00 pmIST - CAN
2 stops29h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 5/22$2,372
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1711:00 pmCAN - IST
2 stops36h 00mChina Southern
Sat 7/512:50 amIST - CAN
2 stops27h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 5/22$2,808
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/35:15 amCAN - IST
1 stop20h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 6/108:00 amIST - CAN
1 stop25h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/22$3,102

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Guangzhou

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

GuangzhouIstanbul

CAN - IST

CANIST

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 7/6

3:30 pm-8:00 am

1 stop21h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 7/19

2:00 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$619

GuangzhouIstanbul

CAN - IST

CANIST

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 7/5

12:15 am-2:25 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 7/18

2:10 am-10:00 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$704

GuangzhouIstanbul

CAN - IST

CANIST

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 6/26

1:35 am-6:35 pm

1 stop22h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 7/4

9:50 am-2:05 pm

1 stop23h 15m

$736

GuangzhouIstanbul

CAN - IST

CANIST

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 7/6

3:45 pm-5:35 am

1 stop18h 50m

Istanbul

Sat 7/19

11:10 pm-5:25 am

2 stops25h 15m

$779

GuangzhouIstanbul

CAN - IST

CANIST

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 9/30

3:25 pm-10:55 am

2 stops24h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 10/8

4:25 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$857

GuangzhouIstanbul

CAN - IST

CANIST

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 7/5

11:00 pm-5:10 am

Nonstop11h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 7/11

1:40 am-4:50 pm

Nonstop10h 10m

$883

GuangzhouIstanbul

CAN - IST

CANIST

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 7/6

11:20 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 7/18

2:00 am-3:30 pm

2 stops32h 30m

$1,489

GuangzhouIstanbul

CAN - IST

CANIST

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 6/17

7:05 am-6:30 am

1 stop28h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 7/6

3:40 pm-10:25 am

1 stop13h 45m

$1,949

GuangzhouIstanbul

CAN - IST

CANIST

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 6/30

1:20 am-8:30 am

1 stop36h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 7/9

1:20 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$2,226

GuangzhouIstanbul

CAN - IST

CANIST

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 7/1

2:10 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops36h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 7/9

2:00 pm-12:30 am

2 stops29h 30m

$2,372

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Compare providers for flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Guangzhou to Istanbul in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Guangzhou-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Guangzhou-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Guangzhou-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Guangzhou-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Guangzhou-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Guangzhou with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on May 16, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport is 37 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,399). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CAN to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Guangzhou to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 23, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 47% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Guangzhou to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 23, 2025.

The most flights from CAN to IST are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated May 23, 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,298 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,298 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,298 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,243 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,298 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
332 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,298 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
China Southern
7.5
Good
97 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,298 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,576 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,298 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Guangzhou to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul?

    Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Istanbul from Baiyun; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the Guangzhou airport to Istanbul. It is only a 18.5 mi journey to Baiyun (CAN) from Guangzhou’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport is China Eastern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $619 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Emirates and Qatar Airways, starting at $704 and $736 round-trip. China Eastern is 11% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport are Air Astana ($273), Thai Airways ($300), and Qatar Airways ($524).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $535. While the most popular route (Guangzhou Baiyun - Istanbul) can be booked for $638 on average our data indicates $1,256 when flying from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Guangzhou to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Guangzhou to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Guangzhou to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,399). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Guangzhou to Istanbul

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Thai AirwaysCheapest$522Average$580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EmiratesCheapest$588Average$719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
China SouthernCheapest$616Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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