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$401+ Cheap flights from Nanjing (NKG) to California

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NKG — LAX
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$662
(Ovago)

One-way from

$401
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$935
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Cheapest flights from Nanjing to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nanjing to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/21:45 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops21h 45mChina Southern
Mon 8/412:35 amSFO - NKG
2 stops23h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 4/30$662
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/102:50 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop34h 00mAsiana Airlines
Thu 11/2711:00 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop22h 40mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 4/30$735
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/282:15 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop18h 15mCathay Pacific
Tue 8/51:05 amSFO - NKG
1 stop30h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/30$755
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/282:50 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop15h 40mAsiana Airlines
Fri 8/811:30 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop23h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 4/30$776
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/159:05 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop37h 35mChina Southern
Sun 6/2211:50 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop26h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 5/1$813
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/148:00 amNKG - LAX
1 stop18h 20mCathay Pacific
Fri 6/2012:25 amLAX - NKG
1 stop30h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/30$907
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/288:45 amNKG - SFO
1 stop16h 45mAir China
Sat 8/21:00 pmSFO - NKG
2 stops29h 35mAir China
Deal found 4/30$911
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/287:25 amNKG - SFO
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/83:30 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$934
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/153:25 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/2212:10 pmLAX - NKG
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$948
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Sun 7/61:55 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop21h 50mSichuan Airlines
Fri 8/1511:15 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop22h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,019
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/137:25 amNKG - SFO
1 stop16h 40mChina Eastern
Mon 10/1312:00 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop20h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/1$1,082
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/108:55 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop38h 15mAir China
Thu 11/279:30 pmLAX - NKG
2 stops47h 10mAir China
Deal found 4/30$1,099

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Nanjing to California 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nanjing to California that are best for you.

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Nanjing

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 6/2

1:45 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops21h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 8/4

12:35 am-3:30 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$662

NanjingLos Angeles

NKG - LAX

NKGLAX

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 9/10

2:50 pm-9:50 am

1 stop34h 00m

Los Angeles

Thu 11/27

11:00 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$735

NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 5/28

2:15 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop18h 15m

San Francisco

Fri 8/1

1:05 am-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$755

NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 5/28

2:50 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop15h 40m

San Francisco

Fri 8/8

11:30 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$776

NanjingLos Angeles

NKG - LAX

NKGLAX

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 6/14

4:45 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/21

11:50 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$841

NanjingLos Angeles

NKG - LAX

NKGLAX

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 6/14

8:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop18h 20m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/20

12:25 am-10:05 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$907

NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 5/28

8:45 am-10:30 am

1 stop16h 45m

San Francisco

Sat 8/2

1:00 pm-9:35 am

2 stops29h 35m

$911

NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 5/28

7:25 am-1:00 pm

2 stops20h 35m

San Francisco

Fri 8/8

3:30 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop30h 55m

$934

NanjingLos Angeles

NKG - LAX

NKGLAX

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 7/6

1:55 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Los Angeles

Fri 8/15

11:15 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$1,019

NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 10/13

7:25 am-9:05 am

1 stop16h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 10/13

12:00 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$1,082

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nanjing to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanjing to California (average of $246). Flying from Nanjing to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NKG to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Nanjing to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

When flying from Nanjing to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Nanjing to California, such as Korean Air, Asiana Airlines and Singapore Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
442 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
855 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Nanjing to California?

    If you book a flight to California from Nanjing, you will be flying from Lukou Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG) is located 22.6 mi from the center of Nanjing.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Nanjing to California one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Nanjing to California are Sichuan Airlines ($404), Cathay Pacific ($423), and China Southern ($430).

  • What are the most popular routes from Nanjing to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Nanjing to California are Nanjing Lukou Intl - Los Angeles, Nanjing Lukou Intl - San Francisco and Nanjing Lukou Intl - San Jose.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nanjing to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Nanjing to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Nanjing to California?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Nanjing to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nanjing to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nanjing to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanjing to California (average of $246). Flying from Nanjing to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Nanjing to California

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Nanjing to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
XiamenAirCheapest$693Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
China SouthernCheapest$698Average$897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Cathay PacificCheapest$756Average$757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$813Average$906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air ChinaCheapest$858Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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