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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.Rs71,910 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs71,910, select.
Istanbul.Rs73,252 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs73,252, select.
Istanbul.Rs73,562 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov.One-way flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Guangzhou on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs73,562, select.
Istanbul.Rs75,258 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs75,258, select.
Istanbul.Rs75,535 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jan.One-way flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs75,535, select.
Istanbul.Rs76,698 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Guangzhou on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs76,698, select.
Istanbul.Rs81,883 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Jun.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Guangzhou on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs81,883, select.
Istanbul.Rs85,194 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Guangzhou on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs85,194, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Guangzhou to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in December.
Sep
from Rs75,258
Oct
from Rs73,252
Nov
from Rs73,562
Dec
from Rs71,910
Jan
from Rs75,535
Feb
from Rs85,194
Mar
from Rs76,698
Apr
from Rs90,544
May
from Rs94,166
Jun
from Rs81,883
Jul
from Rs120,047
Aug
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Guangzhou to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs71,910
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time11 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week13

Finding cheap flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul is Rs131,042. 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.
11 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Guangzhou to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines and China Southern fly direct from Guangzhou to Istanbul.
As of September 2025, there are 13 flights per week flying from Guangzhou to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Istanbul is usually September.
If you're flying from Guangzhou Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from Rs131,042.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Guangzhou Airport to Istanbul on Wednesday, 17 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 28 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 Istanbul 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 Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In September, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Air Astana and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Around 10 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul.

  • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is located in Guangzhou. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is five hours behind Guangzhou.

  • The busiest route is from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). There are ten services every week between these two airports. China Southern Airlines offers a 00:10 departure between CAN and IST.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your CAN to Istanbul flight.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Direct Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul tickets are available for booking. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) will be your arrival point.

  • Get on board with Turkish Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick off a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from CAN to Istanbul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • Central Guangzhou to CAN is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 35 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Searching for a hotel near CAN? If you've booked an early flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 86.05% of flights that take off from CAN arrive at their destination as scheduled.

  • CAN's address is Airport W Ave.

How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Istanbul

  • Rs71,910 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul flight. Return flight tickets start at Rs131,042. These fares can change based on availability and demand.

  • To secure cheap flights from CAN to Istanbul, book your journey one month before your departure date.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • You don't need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from CAN to Istanbul.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul takes around 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • Book a hotel close to IST if you have a late flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about rest:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from CAN to Istanbul.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Once you've hopped off your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • After stepping off your CAN to Istanbul flight, settle in at a hotel near SAW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.

  • Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Visit Istanbul during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • Book a Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul flight ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from CAN to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Istanbul

  • Once you've booked your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are top sights which should feature on every Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its leading attractions. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you're looking to explore another side of Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak are among its highlights.

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