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Nanjing

Nanjing

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Population-
City CodeNKG
Popular Airlines
  • China Eastern Airlines
  • Juneyao Airlines
  • China Southern Airlines
Flight Time15~18 hours

The flight time to Nanjing is approximately 15~18 hours. Find out more about the history, economy, climate and transportation options before you visit Nanjing.

Nanjing

Nanjing is the former city of Nanking. And it's the capital city of the Jiangsu Province in China. Nanjing serves as the central city in the lower Yangtze River basin. Nanjing means "southern capital" in English. It's famous for being the capital of several dynasties throughout the Chinese history. Nanjing has a humid subtropical climate. It has hot muggy summers and cold damp winters.

Voice of Travelers to Nanjing

My ticket to Nanjing with Thai Lion Air has very good ticket and flight service

Hello. I am Han from Bangkok. I booked a ticket to Nanjing with Thai Lion Air. I want to commend the airline company for giving good ticket and flight service. Getting a ticket was easy and convenient. Customer service are quick to respond and resolve ticket issues. Check-in and boarding was also easy. They have such friendly and accommodating ground and flight crew. During the flight, I am satisfied with the service. In-flight food and entertainment are great. So, all in all, Thai Lion Air is a good airline company. I recommend booking your air ticket with them. Especially, if you're from Thailand going to Nanjing. I can guarantee that they'll provide you with good service.

Vietnam Airlines to Nanjing serves its passengers really well

Hello, my name is Jon from Hanoi, Vietnam. My family and I are on a trip to China. Nanjing was our first stop. We booked a ticket from Hanoi to Nanjing with Vietnam Airlines. I want to commend them for serving the passengers very well. They have convenient and fast ticket, boarding, and flight service. It was a very comfortable and pleasing flight. I had enough space and my seat wasn't too hard. I had good food and entertainment. And I had a safe and smooth flight. Definitely, booking a ticket with Vietnam Airlines is worth it. My family and I will be sure to book our ticket with them again soon.

Best spring break, cultural getaway in Nanjing

Hi. I'm Carla from Chicago. My friends and I got tired of party spring breaks in the States. So, we booked a ticket to Nanjing instead, for a change. And I must say, it was the best decision we've ever had. We had more fun in Nanjing than partying back home. My friends and I enjoyed all our tours around Nanjing. Our favorite was hiking through the Purple Mountain to see the mausoleums in there. We also loved the boat rides in the Nanjing Yangtze River. And, most important, I especially loved the food in Nanjing. I consumed too many xiaolongbaos. Our favorite restaurant is the Nanjing Da Pai Dang. Nanjing is a very beautiful place in China everyone must book a flight ticket to see.

Nanjing Travel FAQs

Which airlines and cities have a direct ticket and flight connection to Nanjing?

China Eastern Airlines is the main airline with direct ticket and flights to Nanjing. Other airlines serving Nanjing are Air China, China Southern Airlines, and China Express Airlines. Scoot, Vietnam Airlines, and Thai Lion Air have international ticket connections to Nanjing. Cities that have a direct ticket and flights in and out of Nanjing are Singapore, Bangkok, Taipei, and Hanoi. Local cities connected to Nanjing with a ticket are Beijing and Kunming. China has a high volume of tourists during peak season. So, it's best to secure air ticket and accommodation in Nanjing as early as possible.

When is the best time to book a ticket to Nanjing?

Nanjing has a humid subtropical climate. It has hot muggy summers and cold damp winters. It's best to book your air ticket to Nanjing during spring and autumn. For spring, book your ticket to Nanjing between late March and late June. For autumn, book your ticket to Nanjing between late September and late December. Note that China has a high volume of tourist during peak seasons. So, it's best to book your ticket and accommodation as early as possible for better deals.

Planning to book a ticket to Nanjing for spring. Please list some places to stay in Nanjing.

There are many places to stay in at Nanjing. Nanjing is a famous tourist destination. So, it's best to secure both accommodation and ticket as early as possible. You may stay at budget hotels such as the Jin's Inn and Xiyuan Dorm. Or you can stay over at the Nanjing Vogue Motel, White Palace Hotel, or Somerset Youth Olympic Nanjing. Or, you can splurge and stay at the Regalia Resort & Spa or Nanjing Grand Hotel.

I booked a ticket to Nanjing for autumn break What are the sights and attractions I can visit in Nanjing?

Nanjing is a famous Chinese tourist destination. It's famous for its many tombs in the Purple Mountain. You can find the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum and Dr. Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum in that area. You ca also take a boat and explore the Qin Huai River. See the Nanjing City Wall and the Gate of China. Also, visit the Confucius Temple and Ming Dynasty Imperial Palace Ruins. Note that Nanjing can be touristy during peak seasons. So, it's best to secure accommodation and air ticket as early as possible for better deals.

Nanjing - Direct Flights to Major Airports

Airports handling direct flights to Nanjing Lukou International Airport • Singapore Changi International Airport (Singapore) • Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong) • Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing, China) etc.

Flight Routes to Nanjing

Nanjing Lukou International Airport is the major hub serving the Yangtze River Delta. It's also the base of operations of the China Eastern Airlines. It's the 12th busiest airport in China. Other airlines serving Nanjing are Air China, China Southern Airlines, and China Express Airlines. Scoot, Vietnam Airlines, and Thai Lion Air have international ticket connections to Nanjing. Cities that have a direct ticket and flights in and out of Nanjing are Singapore, Bangkok, Taipei, and Hanoi. Local cities connected to Nanjing with a ticket are Beijing and Kunming.