Which airlines fly to Nanjing?

When flying to Nanjing from United Kingdom, momondo travellers will most often fly with one of these popular airlines: Air China, Shenzhen Airlines, Cathay Pacific or China Southern. Depending on what airport in United Kingdom you fly from, you may be able to find flights with any of these popular airlines.

Cathay Pacific Flights to Nanjing

There are 16 Cathay Pacific flights to Nanjing in a normal week. The most common departure point is Hong Kong Intl and the best Cathay Pacific ticket price seen on momondo is £542 (last 72 hours, from London Heathrow, to Nanjing). Cathay Pacific has a score of 7.6 from 1,011 user reviews on momondo.

China Southern Flights to Nanjing

Another popular choice for flights to Nanjing is China Southern (7.5/10, 113 reviews). Most China Southern flights landing in Nanjing will be arriving from Guangzhou Baiyun, but there are 36 China Southern flights to Nanjing from all departure points globally so prices can vary significantly. The best China Southern deal found on momondo this week was £380 (London Heathrow to Nanjing, round-trip).

How long does it take to fly to Nanjing?

On average, it takes 14h 30m to fly from United Kingdom to Nanjing if you fly out of London Heathrow (the most popular airport in United Kingdom) and into Nanjing Lukou Intl (the most popular airport in Nanjing). If you’re flying out of Manchester and into Nanjing Lukou Intl, then the flight time is around 30h 05m.

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22:00 - 12:30LHR-NKG

30h 30m1 stop

17:55 - 18:35NKG-LHR

32h 40m1 stop

£459China Southern

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Wed, 12 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov

14:45 - 00:10LHR-NKG

25h 25m2 stops

07:25 - 09:00NKG-LHR

33h 35m2 stops

£469Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 12 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov

21:35 - 22:45LHR-NKG

17h 10m1 stop

20:55 - 17:50NKG-LHR

28h 55m1 stop

£510Air China

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Sat, 7 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar

17:40 - 16:10LHR-NKG

14h 30m1 stop

17:30 - 17:50NKG-LHR

32h 20m1 stop

£512Air China

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Sat, 7 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar

10:30 - 00:10LGW-NKG

29h 40m1 stop

07:25 - 06:30NKG-LGW

31h 05m1 stop

£521China Eastern

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Wed, 12 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov

17:00 - 00:10LGW-NKG

23h 10m1 stop

07:25 - 06:30NKG-LGW

31h 05m1 stop

£525China Eastern

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Sat, 7 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar

10:25 - 13:00MAN-NKG

18h 35m1 stop

08:20 - 07:55NKG-MAN

31h 35m1 stop

£751Cathay Pacific

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Sun, 15 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

10:25 - 13:00MAN-NKG

18h 35m1 stop

14:15 - 07:55NKG-MAN

25h 40m1 stop

£753Cathay Pacific

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Sun, 15 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

10:00 - 00:10LCY-NKG

30h 10m2 stops

07:25 - 08:10NKG-LCY

32h 45m2 stops

£1,105KLM

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Wed, 12 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov

10:00 - 00:10LCY-NKG

30h 10m2 stops

07:25 - 07:15NKG-LCY

31h 50m2 stops

£1,393KLM

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Price

LondonNanjing

LHR - NKG

LHRNKG

London Heathrow

Wed 12/11

22:00-12:30

1 stop30h 30m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 19/11

17:55-18:35

1 stop32h 40m

£459

LondonNanjing

LHR - NKG

LHRNKG

London Heathrow

Wed 12/11

14:45-00:10

2 stops25h 25m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 19/11

07:25-09:00

2 stops33h 35m

£469

LondonNanjing

LHR - NKG

LHRNKG

London Heathrow

Sat 7/3

21:35-22:45

1 stop17h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 22/3

20:55-17:50

1 stop28h 55m

£510

LondonNanjing

LHR - NKG

LHRNKG

London Heathrow

Sat 7/3

17:40-16:10

1 stop14h 30m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 22/3

17:30-17:50

1 stop32h 20m

£512

LondonNanjing

LGW - NKG

LGWNKG

London Gatwick

Wed 12/11

10:30-00:10

1 stop29h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 19/11

07:25-06:30

1 stop31h 05m

£521

LondonNanjing

LGW - NKG

LGWNKG

London Gatwick

Sat 7/3

17:00-00:10

1 stop23h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 22/3

07:25-06:30

1 stop31h 05m

£525

ManchesterNanjing

MAN - NKG

MANNKG

Manchester

Sun 15/3

10:25-13:00

1 stop18h 35m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 19/3

08:20-07:55

1 stop31h 35m

£751

ManchesterNanjing

MAN - NKG

MANNKG

Manchester

Sun 15/3

10:25-13:00

1 stop18h 35m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 19/3

14:15-07:55

1 stop25h 40m

£753

LondonNanjing

LCY - NKG

LCYNKG

London City

Wed 12/11

10:00-00:10

2 stops30h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 19/11

07:25-08:10

2 stops32h 45m

£1,105

LondonNanjing

LCY - NKG

LCYNKG

London City

Sat 7/3

10:00-00:10

2 stops30h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 22/3

07:25-07:15

2 stops31h 50m

£1,393

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nanjing?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from United Kingdom to Nanjing. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £374. If you are unable to visit Nanjing during the month of January, then departing from United Kingdom during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £425.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Nanjing?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Nanjing is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £486. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around £649. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Nanjing.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Nanjing?

Flying to Nanjing from United Kingdom in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £493 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Nanjing is in the morning when prices are around £589.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Nanjing?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nanjing from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nanjing for around £601 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nanjing from United Kingdom for as low as £459 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Nanjing Lukou Intl

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO NANJING FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT	November	26% cheaper	Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Nanjing costs on average just £445 in November
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO NANJING FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT	July	48% more expensive	It costs about £891 for flights to Nanjing from London Heathrow Airport in July
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO NANJING FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT	October	610% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Nanjing from London Heathrow Airport in October than any other month

Cheap Nanjing flight deals and tips

Summary info about Nanjing flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	£1,296
Best Round-Trip Price	£459
Fastest flight time	17h 15m

The best one-way flight price to Nanjing from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £1,296 (London Heathrow to Nanjing Lukou Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Nanjing from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £459 (London Heathrow to Nanjing Lukou Intl).

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The fastest flight to Nanjing from United Kingdom takes 17h 15m (London Heathrow to Nanjing Lukou Intl).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Nanjing

Is there an alternative airport near Nanjing?

Those flying to Nanjing could potentially find better pricing at Changzhou Airport (59 mi from Nanjing city centre), Yangzhou Taizhou Airport (65 mi from Nanjing city centre) or Wuhu Xuanzhou Airport (67 mi from Nanjing city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Nanjing?

You can find deals at Yangzhou Taizhou Airport for £101 on average, but that price can change based on your departure airport. To save money, try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport?

Prices for flights to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport?

There are 5 operators available for flights to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport as of September 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Nanjing which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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