San Francisco to Guangzhou flights
Direct and connecting flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from San Francisco to Guangzhou take?
Flight time from San Francisco (SFO) to Guangzhou (CAN) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Guangzhou?
Airline availability for SFO to CAN changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from San Francisco to Guangzhou?
Direct (nonstop) availability on SFO to CAN varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- China Southern Airlines5-yr attributed events: 2Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| China Southern Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning SFO → CAN
SFO to CAN is a long-haul route of 11,080 km (6,885 mi). See the return CAN → SFO route.
Alternative airports near San Francisco: San Carlos (SQL) — 16 km, Half Moon Bay (HAF) — 16 km, Oakland (OAK) — 18 km.
Alternative airports near Guangzhou: Foshan (FUO) — 42 km, Shenzhen (SZX) — 99 km.