How long does it take to fly to Nanjing?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in California, such as San Francisco or Los Angeles, and flying into Nanjing, then you can expect flight times to average 20h 05m and 22h, respectively.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Nanjing Lukou Intl?

Sichuan Airlines, Asiana Airlines, and XiamenAir are the most popular carriers operating from California to Nanjing Lukou Intl

What airlines fly to Nanjing?

Cathay Pacific, Asiana Airlines and China Southern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nanjing from California according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Nanjing. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Nanjing on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from California to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

The number of operators available for flights from California to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport is 8 as of September 2026.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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10:30 pm - 6:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

28h 45m2 stops Hangzhou Chengdu Tianfu Intl

11:25 am - 7:00 pmNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LAX Los Angeles

23h 35m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$570Sichuan Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 10

9:30 pm - 10:10 amLAX Los Angeles-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

44h 40m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

11:25 am - 7:00 pmNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LAX Los Angeles

23h 35m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$572Sichuan Airlines

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15

11:30 am - 11:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

20h 25m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

7:25 am - 9:05 amNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LAX Los Angeles

17h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$652China Eastern

Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 23

11:30 am - 11:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

20h 25m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

7:25 am - 9:05 amNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LAX Los Angeles

17h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$652China Eastern

Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22

8:55 pm - 11:00 amLAX Los Angeles-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

22h 05m1 stop Shenzhen

12:05 pm - 6:35 pmNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LAX Los Angeles

22h 30m1 stop Shenzhen

$678Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

8:55 pm - 11:00 amLAX Los Angeles-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

22h 05m1 stop Shenzhen

9:05 pm - 6:35 pmNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LAX Los Angeles

37h 30m1 stop Shenzhen

$678Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 30

8:55 pm - 11:00 amLAX Los Angeles-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

22h 05m1 stop Shenzhen

7:35 am - 6:35 pmNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LAX Los Angeles

27h 00m1 stop Shenzhen

$701Air China

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

8:55 pm - 11:00 amLAX Los Angeles-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

22h 05m1 stop Shenzhen

7:20 pm - 6:35 pmNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LAX Los Angeles

39h 15m1 stop Shenzhen

$701Air China

Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 30

9:00 am - 1:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

36h 50m1 stop Incheon Intl

2:50 pm - 3:40 pmNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LAX Los Angeles

16h 50m1 stop Incheon Intl

$719Asiana Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 23

9:00 am - 1:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

36h 50m1 stop Incheon Intl

2:50 pm - 6:40 amNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LAX Los Angeles

31h 50m1 stop Incheon Intl

$719Asiana Airlines

Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Dec 2

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11:15 pm - 1:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

23h 35m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

7:55 pm - 8:30 pmNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LAX Los Angeles

39h 35m1 stop Chengdu

$652Sichuan Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 10

10:10 am - 1:40 pmLAX Los Angeles-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

36h 30m1 stop Incheon Intl

2:50 pm - 7:50 amNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LAX Los Angeles

32h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl

$720Asiana Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 10

10:10 am - 1:40 pmLAX Los Angeles-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

36h 30m1 stop Incheon Intl

1:40 pm - 9:35 pmNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LAX Los Angeles

22h 55m2 stops Beijing Capital Vancouver Intl

$836Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 10

12:00 pm - 11:45 pmSFO San Francisco-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

20h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

7:30 pm - 9:05 amNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-SFO San Francisco

28h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$843China Eastern

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Oct 4

10:10 am - 1:40 pmLAX Los Angeles-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

36h 30m1 stop Incheon Intl

11:20 am - 9:35 pmNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LAX Los Angeles

25h 15m2 stops Beijing Capital Vancouver Intl

$845Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 10

11:20 pm - 1:40 pmSFO San Francisco-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

23h 20m1 stop Incheon Intl

2:50 pm - 2:30 pmNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-SFO San Francisco

15h 40m1 stop Incheon Intl

$852Asiana Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Mon, Nov 9

9:30 am - 11:45 pmSFO San Francisco-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

23h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong

7:25 am - 7:42 pmNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-SFO San Francisco

27h 17m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Los Angeles

$931China Eastern

Sun, Sep 27 - Wed, Oct 28

11:55 pm - 11:25 pmLAX Los Angeles-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

32h 30m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

9:15 pm - 8:00 pmNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LAX Los Angeles

37h 45m3 stops Harbin Lianyungang Baitabu Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

$987XiamenAir

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 10

1:00 pm - 1:00 pmSFO San Francisco-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

33h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

8:20 am - 9:30 amNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-SFO San Francisco

17h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,011Cathay Pacific

Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Nov 3

11:55 pm - 3:45 pmLAX Los Angeles-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

24h 50m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Fuzhou

9:25 pm - 8:00 pmNKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LAX Los Angeles

37h 35m2 stops Changsha Huanghua Intl Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

$1,051XiamenAir

Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 10

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China Southern flights from California to Nanjing

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China Southern

Sep 28

LAX11:50 pmLos Angeles

20h 40m

1 stop

NKG11:30 amNanjing Lukou Intl

Oct 9

NKG12:35 pmNanjing Lukou Intl

22h 25m

1 stop

LAX8:00 pmLos Angeles

$760

China Southern

Nov 2

SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco

24h 50m

2 stops

NKG4:25 pmNanjing Lukou Intl

Nov 23

NKG1:30 pmNanjing Lukou Intl

22h 10m

2 stops

SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco

$788

China Southern

Nov 5

SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco

24h 05m

2 stops

NKG3:40 pmNanjing Lukou Intl

Nov 12

NKG8:30 amNanjing Lukou Intl

27h 10m

2 stops

SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco

$892

China Eastern flights from California to Nanjing

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China Eastern

Nov 8

LAX11:30 amLos Angeles

20h 25m

1 stop

NKG11:55 pmNanjing Lukou Intl

Nov 23

NKG7:25 amNanjing Lukou Intl

17h 40m

1 stop

LAX9:05 amLos Angeles

$652

China Eastern

Oct 27

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

20h 25m

1 stop

NKG11:55 pmNanjing Lukou Intl

Nov 10

NKG7:25 amNanjing Lukou Intl

17h 40m

1 stop

LAX9:05 amLos Angeles

$692

China Eastern

Oct 19

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

19h 15m

1 stop

NKG10:45 pmNanjing Lukou Intl

Nov 3

NKG7:25 amNanjing Lukou Intl

17h 40m

1 stop

LAX9:05 amLos Angeles

$720

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LAX Los Angeles - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

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Los Angeles

Tue 10/27

10:30 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops28h 45m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 11/10

11:25 am-7:00 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$570

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX Los Angeles - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

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Tue 12/1

9:30 pm-10:10 am

1 stop44h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 12/15

11:25 am-7:00 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$572

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LAX Los Angeles - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

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Sun 11/8

11:30 am-11:55 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 11/23

7:25 am-9:05 am

1 stop17h 40m

$652

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX Los Angeles - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Wed 11/18

11:30 am-11:55 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 11/22

7:25 am-9:05 am

1 stop17h 40m

$652

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX Los Angeles - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Tue 11/24

8:55 pm-11:00 am

1 stop22h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 12/1

12:05 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$678

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX Los Angeles - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Tue 11/24

8:55 pm-11:00 am

1 stop22h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 11/30

9:05 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop37h 30m

$678

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX Los Angeles - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Tue 11/24

8:55 pm-11:00 am

1 stop22h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 12/1

7:35 am-6:35 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$701

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX Los Angeles - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Tue 11/24

8:55 pm-11:00 am

1 stop22h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 11/30

7:20 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop39h 15m

$701

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX Los Angeles - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Sun 11/8

9:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop36h 50m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 11/23

2:50 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$719

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX Los Angeles - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Sun 11/22

9:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop36h 50m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 12/2

2:50 pm-6:40 am

1 stop31h 50m

$719

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nanjing?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Nanjing from California, with most prices found around $672. If you are unable to visit Nanjing during the month of November, then departing from California during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $758.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nanjing from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nanjing for around $942 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nanjing from California for as low as $678 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$375
Fastest flight time	19h 45m
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The best one-way flight to Nanjing from California in the past 72 hours is $375. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Nanjing found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $570.

The fastest flight from California to Nanjing takes 19h 45m

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Prices for flights from California to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport is 8 as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Air China	PriceFrom $606	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 166 reviews	Search Air China flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $612	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 35 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $632	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 48 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Asiana Airlines	PriceFrom $651	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 562 reviews	Search Asiana Airlines flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $655	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,218 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $679	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,494 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $687	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 243 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $723	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 172 reviews	Search China Southern flights

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