Direct (nonstop) flights from Guangzhou to Sanya

3 airlines fly nonstop from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Phoenix International (SYX). It's 431 miles (693 km), about 1h 40m in the air. Operated by 9 Air, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines.

CAN
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
🇨🇳 Guangzhou, China
SYX
Phoenix International
🇨🇳 Sanya, China
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
431 mi
693 km
CO₂/pax
80 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
9 Air +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by 9 Air 9 Air China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

9 Air AQ 9 Air
Route
CAN → SYX
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
431 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
CAN → SYX
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
431 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
CAN → SYX
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
431 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Guangzhou to Sanya with one stop · direct emits 80 kg CO₂ per passenger

CAN BAR (Qionghai) SYX
Leg 1: 1h 30m (345 mi) Leg 2: 50m (89 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 106 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → BAR
1h 30m · 345 mi
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Leg 2
BAR → SYX
50m · 89 mi
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CAN ZHA (Zhanjiang) SYX
Leg 1: 1h 15m (240 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (209 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 108 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → ZHA
1h 15m · 240 mi
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Leg 2
ZHA → SYX
1h 10m · 209 mi
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CAN NNG (Nanning) SYX
Leg 1: 1h 45m (331 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (307 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 143 kg CO₂ (+79% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → NNG
1h 45m · 331 mi
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Leg 2
NNG → SYX
1h 20m · 307 mi
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CAN HKG (Hong Kong) SYX
Leg 1: 1h 20m (84 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (403 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 116 kg CO₂ (+45% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → HKG
1h 20m · 84 mi
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Leg 2
HKG → SYX
1h 50m · 403 mi
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CAN JJN (Jinjiang) SYX
Leg 1: 1h 23m (348 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (740 mi) Total: ~3h 33m 🍃 226 kg CO₂ (+183% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → JJN
1h 23m · 348 mi
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Leg 2
JJN → SYX
2h 10m · 740 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Guangzhou to Sanya?

A nonstop flight from Guangzhou (CAN) to Sanya (SYX) takes approximately 1 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 431 miles (693 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Guangzhou to Sanya?

3 airlines: 9 Air, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Guangzhou to Sanya?

Yes. 3 airlines: 9 Air, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines.

How far is Guangzhou from Sanya?

The flight distance from Guangzhou to Sanya is 431 miles (693 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Guangzhou to Sanya?

At 1h 40m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Guangzhou to Sanya?

Roughly 80 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 400 km.

Is the return flight from Sanya to Guangzhou also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

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

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.