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China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 3:00 pm
SFO
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NKG
23h 25m
2 stops
China Southern Logo
1:35 pm - 7:40 pm
NKG
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SFO
22h 05m
1 stop
$721China Southern
Mon, Mar 2 - Sat, Mar 7
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11:25 am - 1:00 pm
SFO
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NKG
33h 35m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:20 am - 10:45 am
NKG
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SFO
17h 25m
1 stop
$724Cathay Pacific
Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 9
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:25 am - 1:00 pm
SFO
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NKG
33h 35m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:20 am - 10:45 am
NKG
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SFO
17h 25m
1 stop
$726Cathay Pacific
Wed, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 10
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 6:05 pm
SFO
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NKG
26h 30m
2 stops
China Southern Logo
7:15 pm - 8:40 pm
NKG
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SFO
16h 25m
1 stop
$736China Southern
Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 10
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:00 pm - 1:00 pm
SFO
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NKG
33h 00m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:00 am - 10:55 am
NKG
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SFO
17h 55m
1 stop
$749Cathay Pacific
Mon, Apr 6 - Fri, May 29
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 12:30 pm
SFO
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NKG
44h 55m
2 stops
China Southern Logo
11:40 am - 7:40 pm
NKG
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SFO
24h 00m
1 stop
$755China Southern
Mon, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 3
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 11:20 pm
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NKG
20h 20m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
7:30 am - 9:05 am
NKG
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SFO
16h 35m
1 stop
$764China Eastern
Mon, Apr 6 - Sat, May 30
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12:26 pm - 11:20 pm
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NKG
43h 54m
2 stops
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7:30 am - 9:05 am
NKG
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SFO
16h 35m
1 stop
$778Multiple Airlines
Sat, Apr 18 - Mon, May 4
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12:00 pm - 11:20 pm
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NKG
20h 20m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 5:03 pm
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SFO
24h 33m
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$786Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 6 - Fri, May 29
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 11:20 pm
SFO
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NKG
20h 20m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
7:30 am - 9:05 am
NKG
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SFO
16h 35m
1 stop
$788China Eastern
Sat, Apr 4 - Sat, May 30

China Southern flights from San Francisco to Nanjing

Our best China Southern deals on San Francisco to Nanjing flight tickets
China Southern
Mar 2
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
23h 25m
2 stops
NKG3:00 pmNanjing Lukou Intl
Mar 7
NKG1:35 pmNanjing Lukou Intl
22h 05m
1 stop
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
$721
China Southern
Mar 2
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
26h 30m
2 stops
NKG6:05 pmNanjing Lukou Intl
Mar 10
NKG7:15 pmNanjing Lukou Intl
16h 25m
1 stop
SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco
$736
China Southern
Feb 23
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
44h 55m
2 stops
NKG12:30 pmNanjing Lukou Intl
Mar 3
NKG11:40 amNanjing Lukou Intl
24h 00m
1 stop
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
$755

Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to Nanjing

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on San Francisco to Nanjing flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Mar 4
SFO11:25 amSan Francisco
33h 35m
1 stop
NKG1:00 pmNanjing Lukou Intl
Mar 9
NKG8:20 amNanjing Lukou Intl
17h 25m
1 stop
SFO10:45 amSan Francisco
$724
Cathay Pacific
Mar 4
SFO11:25 amSan Francisco
33h 35m
1 stop
NKG1:00 pmNanjing Lukou Intl
Mar 10
NKG8:20 amNanjing Lukou Intl
17h 25m
1 stop
SFO10:45 amSan Francisco
$726
Cathay Pacific
Apr 6
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
33h 00m
1 stop
NKG1:00 pmNanjing Lukou Intl
May 29
NKG8:00 amNanjing Lukou Intl
17h 55m
1 stop
SFO10:55 amSan Francisco
$749

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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 February 10, 2026.
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San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

11:35 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 3/7

1:35 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$721

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Wed 3/4

11:25 am-1:00 pm

1 stop33h 35m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 3/9

8:20 am-10:45 am

1 stop17h 25m

$724

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Wed 3/4

11:25 am-1:00 pm

1 stop33h 35m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 3/10

8:20 am-10:45 am

1 stop17h 25m

$726

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

11:35 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 3/10

7:15 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$736

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Mon 4/6

1:00 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop33h 00m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Fri 5/29

8:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop17h 55m

$749

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

11:35 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops44h 55m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 3/3

11:40 am-7:40 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$755

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Mon 4/6

12:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 5/30

7:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop16h 35m

$764

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

12:26 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops43h 54m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 5/4

7:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop16h 35m

$778

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Mon 4/6

12:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Fri 5/29

7:30 am-5:03 pm

2 stops24h 33m

$786

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Sat 4/4

12:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 5/30

7:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop16h 35m

$788

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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 $747.

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 $1,091 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 February 2026, prices for San Francisco to Nanjing flights are approximately 23% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Nanjing

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Fastest flight time

20h 20m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Nanjing takes 20h 20m
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  • 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 20h 20m 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.

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Nanjing

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Free Cancellation
Price
Cathay PacificPriceFrom $704Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,160 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $739Free CancellationRating
7.2
192 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $753Free CancellationRating
8.1
505 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $855Free CancellationRating
7.2
138 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $914Free CancellationRating
7.3
137 reviews
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