Cheap flights from Nanjing (NKG)

Jiangsu's capital and Yangtze hub at Lukou

Nanjing Lukou International Airport is the main airport for Jiangsu province, around 35 km south of central Nanjing. Two terminals serve a heavy mix of domestic trunk routes and regional international flights. China Eastern is the largest operator, joined by Shenzhen Airlines, Air China and Hainan, with services to Beijing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen plus Hong Kong, Tokyo, Seoul and Bangkok.

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Airlines flying from Nanjing (NKG)

Major carriers: China Eastern, Shenzhen Airlines, Air China, Hainan Airlines, China Southern. Low-cost carriers: Spring Airlines, Juneyao Air, AirAsia, Scoot.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly out of Nanjing Lukou?
China Eastern is the dominant carrier at NKG, alongside Shenzhen Airlines, Air China, Hainan Airlines and China Southern. Low-cost options include Spring Airlines and Juneyao Air domestically and Scoot or AirAsia on Southeast Asian routes. Flightmussy puts all of them on a single comparison page rather than burying LCCs.
How far is Lukou Airport from Nanjing city center?
Lukou is around 35 km south of central Nanjing, roughly 45-60 minutes by taxi depending on traffic. Metro Line S1 connects the terminal directly to South Railway Station in about 35 minutes. Flightmussy is free and signup-free, so you can confirm flight times before choosing how to travel out.
Are there direct flights from Nanjing to Tokyo?
Yes, NKG has scheduled non-stop services to Tokyo Narita (NRT) and seasonally to Haneda, mainly via Chinese and Japanese carriers. Use Flightmussy's 12-month fare heatmap on NKG-NRT to spot the cheapest weeks and avoid Golden Week and Lunar New Year peaks when prices roughly double.
When should I book flights from Nanjing for the best price?
For domestic NKG routes, booking 3-6 weeks ahead generally hits the sweet spot; international flights to Japan or Southeast Asia are typically cheapest 2-3 months out. Flightmussy's 12-month heatmap lets you compare every departure week at once so you can shift dates a few days for noticeable savings.

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