How Many Days Should You Spend at the Canton Fair?
Quick answer: Most buyers need 3 to 5 days at the Canton Fair to cover one phase properly. If your products span two phases, plan 7 to 10 days. Add travel days and time for factory visits near Guangzhou if you want to inspect production.
One phase, 3 to 5 days
A single phase runs about five days and covers a huge area. Three to five days lets you meet your shortlisted suppliers, compare options and negotiate without rushing.
Two phases or more, 7 to 10 days
If your product categories fall in different phases, plan a longer trip. Remember there is a short gap between phases, so build that into your plan.
Add time for factory visits
Serious buyers often add one or two days to visit factories near Guangzhou and inspect production in person. This is one of the highest value parts of the trip.
A planned itinerary saves days
With meetings booked in advance and a shortlist ready, you achieve in three focused days what an unplanned visitor struggles to do in six. That is the core of how our delegation works.
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Book your free consultationFrequently asked questions
Is one day enough for the Canton Fair?
No. One day is not enough to cover a phase. Plan at least three days per phase you attend.
How long is each Canton Fair phase?
Each phase runs about five days, and product categories do not repeat across phases.