Latest deals
Insights
When to book
FAQs
Reviews
Price Alerts

Cheap flights from San Francisco to Nanjing from $389

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Nanjing departing on 1/12. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
1 adult
0 bags

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.
Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Nanjing

Cheap round-trip flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 9:00 pmSFO-NKG
29h 25m2 stops
China Southern Logo
10:00 pm - 8:30 pmNKG-SFO
37h 30m2 stops
$701China Southern
Find Deal
Thu, Apr 2 - Sun, Apr 19
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 11:30 amSFO-NKG
43h 55m2 stops
China Southern Logo
10:00 pm - 8:30 pmNKG-SFO
37h 30m2 stops
$719China Southern
Find Deal
Thu, Apr 9 - Sun, Apr 19
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 11:20 pmSFO-NKG
20h 20m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
7:30 am - 9:05 amNKG-SFO
16h 35m1 stop
$763China Eastern
Find Deal
Sat, Apr 4 - Thu, Apr 16
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:55 pm - 1:00 pmSFO-NKG
22h 05m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:15 pm - 9:00 pmNKG-SFO
22h 45m1 stop
$789Cathay Pacific
Find Deal
Tue, Dec 9 - Sun, Jan 25
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:45 pm - 9:50 pmSFO-NKG
32h 05m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:20 am - 5:20 pmNKG-SFO
24h 00m1 stop
$806Cathay Pacific
Find Deal
Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 16
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:10 amSFO-NKG
20h 10m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
7:25 am - 9:00 amNKG-SFO
17h 35m1 stop
$842China Eastern
Find Deal
Thu, Feb 5 - Sat, Feb 21
Asiana Airlines Logo
11:30 pm - 1:40 pmSFO-NKG
23h 10m1 stop
Asiana Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 3:00 pmNKG-SFO
15h 10m1 stop
$862Asiana Airlines
Find Deal
Sun, Apr 12 - Sat, Apr 18
Air China Logo
12:00 pm - 12:40 pmSFO-NKG
32h 40m1 stop
Air China Logo
11:20 am - 11:10 pmNKG-SFO
27h 50m2 stops
$952Air China
Find Deal
Wed, Feb 4 - Fri, Feb 20
Air China Logo
12:00 pm - 10:05 amSFO-NKG
31h 05m2 stops
Air China Logo
8:45 am - 10:30 amNKG-SFO
16h 45m1 stop
$953Air China
Find Deal
Fri, Apr 3 - Sat, Apr 18
Asiana Airlines Logo
11:50 pm - 1:50 pmSFO-NKG
22h 00m1 stop
Asiana Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 2:00 pmNKG-SFO
15h 10m1 stop
$957Asiana Airlines
Find Deal
Sat, Feb 7 - Sat, Feb 21

China Southern flights from San Francisco to Nanjing

Our best China Southern deals on San Francisco to Nanjing flight tickets
China Southern
Apr 2
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
29h 25m
2 stops
NKG9:00 pmNanjing Lukou Intl
Apr 19
NKG10:00 pmNanjing Lukou Intl
37h 30m
2 stops
SFO8:30 pmSan Francisco
$701
Find similar
China Southern
Apr 9
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
43h 55m
2 stops
NKG11:30 amNanjing Lukou Intl
Apr 19
NKG10:00 pmNanjing Lukou Intl
37h 30m
2 stops
SFO8:30 pmSan Francisco
$719
Find similar
China Southern
Apr 2
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
30h 55m
2 stops
NKG10:30 pmNanjing Lukou Intl
Apr 18
NKG6:00 pmNanjing Lukou Intl
65h 30m
3 stops
SFO8:30 pmSan Francisco
$837
Find similar

China Eastern flights from San Francisco to Nanjing

Our best China Eastern deals on San Francisco to Nanjing flight tickets
China Eastern
Apr 4
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
20h 20m
1 stop
NKG11:20 pmNanjing Lukou Intl
Apr 16
NKG7:30 amNanjing Lukou Intl
16h 35m
1 stop
SFO9:05 amSan Francisco
$763
Find similar
China Eastern
Feb 5
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
20h 10m
1 stop
NKG12:10 amNanjing Lukou Intl
Feb 21
NKG7:25 amNanjing Lukou Intl
17h 35m
1 stop
SFO9:00 amSan Francisco
$842
Find similar
China Eastern
Apr 4
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
20h 20m
1 stop
NKG11:20 pmNanjing Lukou Intl
Apr 18
NKG7:30 amNanjing Lukou Intl
22h 41m
2 stops
SFO3:11 pmSan Francisco
$866
Find similar

momondo Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Nanjing that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated November 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Nanjing that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Thu 4/2

12:35 am-9:00 pm

2 stops29h 25m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 4/19

10:00 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops37h 30m

$701

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Thu 4/9

12:35 am-11:30 am

2 stops43h 55m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 4/19

10:00 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops37h 30m

$719

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Sat 4/4

12:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 4/16

7:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop16h 35m

$763

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Tue 12/9

10:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 1/25

2:15 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$789

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Thu 3/12

10:45 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 3/16

8:20 am-5:20 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$806

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Thu 2/5

12:00 pm-12:10 am

1 stop20h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 2/21

7:25 am-9:00 am

1 stop17h 35m

$842

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Sun 4/12

11:30 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 4/18

2:50 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$862

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

12:00 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Fri 2/20

11:20 am-11:10 pm

2 stops27h 50m

$952

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Fri 4/3

12:00 pm-10:05 am

2 stops31h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 4/18

8:45 am-10:30 am

1 stop16h 45m

$953

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Sat 2/7

11:50 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop22h 00m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 2/21

2:50 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$957

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2

See travel insights to Nanjing from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Nanjing

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nanjing?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Nanjing from San Francisco, with most prices found around $704. If you are unable to visit Nanjing during the month of September, then departing from San Francisco during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $787.

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

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to Nanjing is on a Sunday. Travelers who choose to depart for Nanjing on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as $1,439. The most expensive day to fly to Nanjing is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,616.

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

Flying to Nanjing from San Francisco in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $1,244 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,686.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nanjing from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nanjing for around $1,128 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nanjing from San Francisco for as low as $808 on momondo.

How have San Francisco to Nanjing flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for San Francisco to Nanjing flights are approximately 59% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Nanjing

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Nanjing according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
Estimated round-trip price

Cheap San Francisco to Nanjing (SFO to NKG) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Francisco to Nanjing

Direct flights

None
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Nanjing. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Nanjing.
Search flight deals

  • How far is San Francisco to Nanjing Lukou Intl by plane?

    Nanjing Lukou Intl is 6204.0 mi away from San Francisco. Typically, this will take 19h 55m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport?

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

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Nanjing?

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Nanjing

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Nanjing with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Cathay PacificPriceFrom $704Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,057 reviews
Search Cathay Pacific flights
China EasternPriceFrom $739Free CancellationRating
7.2
175 reviews
Search China Eastern flights
Air ChinaPriceFrom $745Free CancellationRating
7.1
122 reviews
Search Air China flights
Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $790Free CancellationRating
8.2
485 reviews
Search Asiana Airlines flights
China SouthernPriceFrom $870Free CancellationRating
7.5
119 reviews
Search China Southern flights

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Francisco to Nanjing?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Nanjing from San Francisco.

Can I find flights from San Francisco to Nanjing with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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

How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Nanjing?

Once all potential San Francisco to Nanjing flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Nanjing right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Of course. momondo tracks the price of San Francisco to Nanjing flights. All you need is a valid email address and we will do the rest; it is that quick and easy.

An easier way to manage your Nanjing trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.
Start using Trips
Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.
1 adult
Thu 12/11
Thu 12/18
By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to China