Great deals for business class flights from Doha to the Philippines are not uncommon, but it’s been a few months since we had China Southern offer this deal. While the other offers are non-stop, China Southern makes up for its Guangzhou layover by offering the cheapest price (and a good product). This time, these business class tickets are on sale for €837 (~QAR 3,571).
The offer includes two lie-flat rides from Doha to China (roughly 8 hours long) and a 150-minute flight in a recliner seat from Guangzhou to Manila. Tickets at that price are available until January 2026.
Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates at the lowest price for trips up to 28 days. It will forward you to trip.com or China Southern with your selected flight dates.
Availability gets even broader if you don’t mind an overnight layover in Guangzhou.
Non-stop with Philippine Airlines for €951 r/t
Philippine Airlines runs a sale for this route, too. To fly in their Airbus A330 with lie-flats in a 1-2-1 pattern (review), you will have to pay €955 (~QAR 4,075) for a roundtrip – sparing you the detour via China.
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Flights between Doha and Guangzhou are operated by China Southern’s Boeing 787-9 fleet. These feature six rows of lie-flat-seats in a 1-2-1 pattern in business class. Flights from China to Manila are Airbus A320 services, which also carry a dedicated business class section, consisting of recliner seats in a 2-2 pattern. On some days, you can even fly lie-flat to Manila.
Etihad Airways also offers discount business class tickets on this route, selling roundtrips for QAR 4,390 (~€1,029) with a short layover in Abu Dhabi. In contrast to the other offers, this fare does not include lounge access.
Most EU citizens may apply for a visa waiver upon arrival in Qatar. It allows multiple entries within 180 days for stays of up to 90 days.
Most EU citizens can visit the Philippines visa-free for 30 days when travelling for touristic purposes. However, prior online registration is required.
Until December 2025, citizens of 38 countries in Europe may enter China for 30 days without applying for a visa. After that, you can apply for visa-free transit.
Search & Book
According to the fare rules, tickets are on sale until September 29, 2025 for departures before March 31, 2026 – but availabilities cease in January. A minimum stay of three days or a Saturday night is required to score the cheapest tickets.
The non-stop fare has basically no restrictions.
Google Flights helps you find additional flight dates. Tickets are available on both China Southern’s website and trip.com at discounted prices.
Why is booking with an airline better than with an online travel agency?
More often than not, online travel agencies offer lower fares than airlines do. We still recommend booking with the airlines directly. There are two main reasons for that:
Better Customer Service
In case any problems like delays, cancellations or missed connections arise, you can communicate directly with the airline. The airline has to take care of you because you have a contract with them.
If a travel agency issues your ticket, you may have to reach out to them first. You also depend on your OTA to forward information like flight changes instead of receiving them directly from the airline. In many cases, you may get a prime exhibition of responsibility shifting rather than problem-solving.
This especially applies to premium tickets. You don’t want to spend more than €1,000 to wind up with some budget OTA’s telephone hotline in case anything goes wrong.
Baggage and Other Fees
Economy fares not including hold luggage are industry standard by now. In most cases, travel agencies charge much higher baggage fees than the airlines themselves. If bags are not included in your fare, airlines are often the cheaper alternative.
This also applies to other things like food services, insurances or priority treatment. In almost all cases, you pay less for additional amenities when booking on the airlines’ website.
Getting to Doha
From other airports in the region, Doha is relatively easy and cheap to reach, with economy roundtrips from the UAE starting at €156. From Europe, we recommend having a closer look at Pegasus Airlines’ sales to the Middle East, that often include round trips to Qatar for less than €300 with luggage. If you are interested in a connection with a little more comfort, you can expect to around €500 for a roundtrip, e.g. from Paris with Gulf Air, Etihad or Doha’s own Qatar Airways.
Miles & Points
China Southern issues these tickets in booking class I. A roundtrip earns the following miles and points:
- 10,222 Award Miles on Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles
- 9,294 Award Miles on Flying Blue
- 9,294 Award Miles on American AAdvantage
- 9,294 Miles on MEA Cedar Miles
- 9,294 Award Miles on Saudia Alfursan
- 9,294 Avios on The British Airways Club
- 9,294 Miles on Air Europa Suma
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Philippine Airlines issues tickets in booking class Z.
- 11,320 Award Miles on ANA Mileage Club
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Destination
Information & Tips for Guangzhou
Guangzhou is formerly known as Canton in many western counties. It is the most influential metropolis in Southern China. Although in these days it is overshadowed by neighbouring cities Shenzhen and Hong Kong (both can be reached by car within an hour), Guangzhou has a much larger legacy than those flashy up-and-comers. Its name is patron to both dialect and culture of the whole region – Cantonese. The local currency is the Chinese yuan (CNY), and most transactions are done via mobile apps like WeChat Pay or Alipay, though cash is still accepted. Prices are moderate, with affordable street food and reasonable hotel rates. The weather is humid and subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters, so pack light clothing and an umbrella, especially during the rainy season from April to September.
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Information & Tips for Manila
Manila, the capital of the Philippines, offers historical sites like Intramuros, Rizal Park, and the National Museum, as well as modern attractions such as shopping malls and entertainment districts. The local currency is the Philippine peso (PHP), and while credit cards are accepted in many places, cash is often used in smaller shops and markets. The cost of travel is relatively low, with affordable food and transportation options. The weather is tropical, with a hot and humid climate year-round, and a rainy season from June to October.
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