On this page, you can choose and book flight tickets for the Guangzhou — Istanbul route. The 7,900 km flight operates regularly with approximately 16 flights per week, making it easy to find a convenient departure time.
The main carriers on this route are China Southern Airlines and Turkish Airlines. You can find current ticket prices, price trend charts, and information on how to get to the departure airport and how to get from the arrival airport in the sections below.
The table shows direct flights Guangzhou → Istanbul on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 11 h 30 min. Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines and China Southern. Departures from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport airports, arrivals at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Guangzhou — Istanbul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 841 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 1,713 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Guangzhou → Istanbul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,537 | low | May | AED 2,003 | high | Sep | AED 2,003 | high |
| Feb | AED 1,583 | low | Jun | AED 2,049 | high | Oct | AED 1,816 | medium |
| Mar | AED 1,677 | medium | Jul | AED 2,142 | high | Nov | AED 1,583 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,909 | high | Aug | AED 2,049 | medium | Dec | AED 1,723 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Weather conditions in Istanbul are most favorable in August, when air temperatures reach 28.8°C. The coolest month is January, with an average high of 9.6°C and the highest rainfall of the year.
The lowest airfare from Guangzhou is recorded for April, starting AED 887. The most expensive month to fly is August, when prices rise to AED 1,271.
In terms of savings and comfortable temperatures, October is considered the best time for a trip. During this period, prices start AED 896, and the air warms up to a pleasant 20°C, allowing you to avoid the summer heat and overpayments.
Two main airlines provide air service on this route — China Southern Airlines and Turkish Airlines. Both carriers operate regular direct flights, with a total frequency of about 16 departures per week. You can find a detailed schedule, departure times, and days of the week for each airline in the list below.
Flights Guangzhou — Istanbul depart from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport and arrive at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 9 hours and 30 minutes, considering the route distance of 7,900 km.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by China Southern Airlines and Turkish Airlines.
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, with a total of up to 16 departures per week.
A visa-free regime applies to citizens of the Russian Federation: you can stay in the country for tourism purposes for up to 60 days without obtaining special permits.
All major flights on this route arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST). You can find information on how to get from the airport to the city center on our website.
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