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$430+ Cheap flights from Guangzhou (CAN) to San Francisco (SFO)

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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAN — SFO
Mar 14 — Mar 211
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Guangzhou Baiyun to San Francisco are usually found in December or November, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Guangzhou to San Francisco

Cheapest flights from Guangzhou to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Guangzhou to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 12, 2026.

This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/239:00 am
CAN
-
SFO
1 stop16h 00m
China Eastern
Thu 4/912:00 pm
SFO
-
CAN
1 stop21h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/8$718
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/127:00 pm
CAN
-
SFO
1 stop16h 40m
China Southern
Mon 5/1112:35 am
SFO
-
CAN
1 stop18h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 2/10$720
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/239:00 am
CAN
-
SFO
1 stop16h 00m
China Eastern
Sat 4/1112:00 pm
SFO
-
CAN
1 stop21h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/8$737
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/239:00 am
CAN
-
SFO
1 stop16h 00m
China Eastern
Mon 4/612:00 pm
SFO
-
CAN
1 stop21h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/8$768
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/81:15 am
CAN
-
SFO
1 stop28h 45m
Asiana Airlines
Sat 5/1611:50 pm
SFO
-
CAN
1 stop20h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/10$769
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/61:15 am
CAN
-
SFO
1 stop28h 45m
Asiana Airlines
Fri 5/811:50 pm
SFO
-
CAN
1 stop33h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/11$771
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/111:15 am
CAN
-
SFO
1 stop28h 45m
Asiana Airlines
Sun 3/2211:50 pm
SFO
-
CAN
1 stop33h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/9$790
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/2510:15 pm
CAN
-
SFO
1 stop15h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 3/311:00 pm
SFO
-
CAN
1 stop17h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/9$800
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/289:00 am
CAN
-
SFO
1 stop16h 00m
China Eastern
Sat 4/412:00 pm
SFO
-
CAN
1 stop36h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/11$802
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/2410:15 pm
CAN
-
SFO
1 stop15h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Sat 3/710:55 pm
SFO
-
CAN
1 stop18h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/8$805
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/183:20 pm
CAN
-
SFO
1 stop17h 40m
Vietnam Airlines
Sat 3/2810:50 pm
SFO
-
CAN
1 stop24h 20m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 2/9$817
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/810:15 pm
CAN
-
SFO
1 stop15h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Sat 5/91:00 pm
SFO
-
CAN
1 stop22h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/10$830

Find flight deals from Guangzhou to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Guangzhou (CAN) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 February 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$718
(China Eastern)

One-way from

$430
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$1,062

Good round-trip deal

$4,504 or less

Good one-way deal

$839 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Guangzhou Baiyun-San Francisco flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Guangzhou Baiyun-San Francisco flights.
From Guangzhou Baiyun to San Francisco
One-way flight from Guangzhou Baiyun to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($87 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Guangzhou Baiyun to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Guangzhou Baiyun to San Francisco.

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Guangzhou to San Francisco 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 February 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Guangzhou to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Guangzhou

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

GuangzhouSan Francisco

CAN - SFO

CANSFO

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 3/23

9:00 am-10:00 am

1 stop16h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 4/9

12:00 pm-12:50 am

1 stop21h 50m

$718

GuangzhouSan Francisco

CAN - SFO

CANSFO

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 3/23

9:00 am-10:00 am

1 stop16h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 4/11

12:00 pm-12:50 am

1 stop21h 50m

$737

GuangzhouSan Francisco

CAN - SFO

CANSFO

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 3/23

9:00 am-10:00 am

1 stop16h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 4/6

12:00 pm-12:50 am

1 stop21h 50m

$768

GuangzhouSan Francisco

CAN - SFO

CANSFO

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 3/12

1:15 am-3:00 pm

1 stop28h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 5/7

11:50 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$769

GuangzhouSan Francisco

CAN - SFO

CANSFO

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 3/8

1:15 am-3:00 pm

1 stop28h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 5/13

11:50 pm-12:05 am

1 stop33h 15m

$769

GuangzhouSan Francisco

CAN - SFO

CANSFO

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 3/8

1:15 am-3:00 pm

1 stop28h 45m

San Francisco

Fri 5/8

11:50 pm-11:15 am

1 stop20h 25m

$769

GuangzhouSan Francisco

CAN - SFO

CANSFO

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 3/10

12:40 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop17h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 5/9

11:50 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$769

GuangzhouSan Francisco

CAN - SFO

CANSFO

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 3/12

12:40 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop17h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 5/9

11:50 pm-11:15 am

1 stop20h 25m

$769

GuangzhouSan Francisco

CAN - SFO

CANSFO

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 3/10

1:15 am-3:00 pm

1 stop28h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

11:50 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$769

GuangzhouSan Francisco

CAN - SFO

CANSFO

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 3/12

1:15 am-3:00 pm

1 stop28h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

11:50 pm-12:05 am

1 stop33h 15m

$769

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 2/11

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Compare providers for flights from Guangzhou to San Francisco

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 San Francisco in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Guangzhou-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Guangzhou-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Guangzhou-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-San Francisco 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 San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Guangzhou with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Guangzhou to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Guangzhou to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Guangzhou to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on February 6, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Guangzhou to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 25 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Guangzhou to San Francisco?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Guangzhou to San Francisco (average of $550). Flying from Guangzhou to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $975). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Guangzhou to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 12, 2026.

When flying from Guangzhou to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated February 12, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and China Southern from Guangzhou to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Food

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.

Crew

8.5

Food

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.

Crew

8.5

Food

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.

Crew

8.5

Food

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.

Crew

8.5

Food

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Guangzhou to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this Guangzhou to San Francisco flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Guangzhou to San Francisco?

    China Eastern and Asiana Airlines can get you from Guangzhou to San Francisco in just under 16h. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 45m. There are 6880 mi between Guangzhou and San Francisco. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Guangzhou to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at $597, Cathay Pacific will fly you from Guangzhou to San Francisco and back. In addition to Cathay Pacific, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from China Eastern and Asiana Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $643 and $702, respectively. Cathay Pacific is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Guangzhou to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $357. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air China and China Eastern, as they are both options that can get you from Guangzhou to San Francisco for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Guangzhou to San Francisco?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Guangzhou to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $2,784, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $591. The most popular route (Guangzhou Baiyun - San Francisco), is priced around $857.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Guangzhou to San Francisco?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Guangzhou to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Guangzhou to San Francisco (average of $550). Flying from Guangzhou to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $975). 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 4 airlines flying from Guangzhou to San Francisco

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Guangzhou to San Francisco. 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 February 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$597Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
China EasternCheapest$643Average$678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$702Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
China SouthernCheapest$774Average$1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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