Direct (nonstop) flights from Sanya to Guangzhou

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

SYX
Phoenix International
🇨🇳 Sanya, China
CAN
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
🇨🇳 Guangzhou, China
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
431 mi
693 km
CO₂/pax
80 kg
−28 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 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

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

Alternative Routes

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

SYX ZHA (Zhanjiang) CAN
Leg 1: 1h 5m (209 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (240 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 108 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → ZHA
1h 5m · 209 mi
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Leg 2
ZHA → CAN
1h 10m · 240 mi
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SYX NNG (Nanning) CAN
Leg 1: 1h 15m (307 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (331 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 143 kg CO₂ (+79% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → NNG
1h 15m · 307 mi
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Leg 2
NNG → CAN
1h 10m · 331 mi
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SYX BAR (Qionghai) CAN
Leg 1: 1h (89 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (345 mi) Total: ~2h 28m 🍃 106 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → BAR
1h · 89 mi
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Leg 2
BAR → CAN
1h 28m · 345 mi
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SYX HKG (Hong Kong) CAN
Leg 1: 1h 35m (403 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (84 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 116 kg CO₂ (+45% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → HKG
1h 35m · 403 mi
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Leg 2
HKG → CAN
1h 5m · 84 mi
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SYX KWE (Guiyang) CAN
Leg 1: 2h (591 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (462 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 219 kg CO₂ (+174% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → KWE
2h · 591 mi
View SYX to KWE flights →
Leg 2
KWE → CAN
1h 40m · 462 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sanya to Guangzhou?

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

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sanya to Guangzhou?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Sanya to Guangzhou?

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

How far is Sanya from Guangzhou?

The flight distance from Sanya to Guangzhou 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 Sanya to Guangzhou?

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 Sanya to Guangzhou?

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

Is the return flight from Guangzhou to Sanya 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 Sanya to Guangzhou?

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 Phoenix International for this flight?

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