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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Guangzhou Airport to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $944. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.$897 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May, returning Wed, 3 Jun.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $897, select.

Istanbul.$936 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Wed, 17 Jun.Return flight with AirAsia and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $936, select.

Istanbul.$944 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 May, returning Sun, 31 May.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Guangzhou on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 31 May, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $944, select.

Istanbul.$985 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec, returning Wed, 13 Jan.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $985, select.

Istanbul.$1,004 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Oct, returning Sat, 31 Oct.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,004, select.

Istanbul.$1,012 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun, returning Mon, 10 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia and Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,012, select.

Istanbul.$1,013 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Fri, 18 Sep.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Guangzhou on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,013, select.

Istanbul.$1,034 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul, returning Wed, 8 Jul.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,034, select.

Istanbul.$1,036 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug, returning Wed, 19 Aug.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Guangzhou on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,036, select.

Istanbul.$1,038 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun, returning Tue, 7 Jul.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,038, select.

Istanbul.$1,043 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,043, select.

Istanbul.$1,045 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,045, select.

Istanbul.$1,049 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Oct, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,049, select.

Istanbul.$1,049 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Guangzhou on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,049, select.

Istanbul.$1,060 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul, returning Fri, 14 Aug.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,060, select.

Istanbul.$1,062 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,062, select.

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Alternative Guangzhou to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Guangzhou to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

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30km from central Istanbul

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Guangzhou to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$897
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	11 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	24

Finding cheap flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Istanbul?

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.

How much are return flights from Guangzhou to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Guangzhou to Istanbul is $897. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Guangzhou to Istanbul?

11 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Guangzhou to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Guangzhou to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines and China Southern fly direct from Guangzhou to Istanbul.

How many flights are there a week from Guangzhou to Istanbul?

As of April 2026, there are 24 flights per week flying from Guangzhou to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Istanbul is usually May.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Istanbul?

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 $897.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Guangzhou Airport to Istanbul on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Guangzhou Airport to Istanbul on Wednesday, 27 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Guangzhou Airport to Istanbul?

Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 25 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Guangzhou Airport to Istanbul?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

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.

What’s the weather like in Istanbul?

In April, the average temperature is usually around 12°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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Guangzhou Airport to Istanbul with?

Currently, Saudia and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

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

Expect to be in the air for 10 hours 5 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul.
Istanbul is five hours behind Guangzhou, where Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is located. Istanbul follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Istanbul Airport (IST) is the most traveled route, with 14 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from CAN to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 23:15. Opt for the first departure with China Southern Airlines at 00:10 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your CAN to Istanbul flight.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Direct Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul tickets are available for booking. Istanbul Airport (IST) is where you'll step off the plane.
Book your seat with Turkish Airlines. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from CAN to Istanbul with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
- Dubai International Airport (DXB)
- Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
- Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central Guangzhou to CAN takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near CAN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
85% of flights leaving Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from CAN.
CAN's address is Airport W Ave.

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

The lowest price we've found for a one-way Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul flight is $431. The cheapest price for a return flight is $897. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from CAN to Istanbul. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul ticket.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from CAN to Istanbul.
Choose your preferred 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 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from CAN to Istanbul.

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is roughly 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 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near SAW. Settle in and get cosy after your CAN to Istanbul flight at any of these well-located options:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

August is the most popular month for flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul. To avoid the crowds, visit Istanbul in February.
Lock in a Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC 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 in cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Istanbul, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are top attractions which should feature on every Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its leading attractions. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience major highlights starting with Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.