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$346+ Cheap flights from California to Nanjing (NKG)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — NKG
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Nanjing

Cheapest flights from California to Nanjing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Nanjing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/259:45 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop23h 15mCathay Pacific
Wed 1/148:20 amNKG - SFO
1 stop28h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/13$1,181
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2511:35 pmSFO - NKG
2 stops43h 55mChina Southern
Sun 1/187:05 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops40h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 12/13$1,211
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2510:55 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop22h 05mCathay Pacific
Fri 1/168:20 amNKG - SFO
1 stop17h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/13$1,231
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2510:55 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop22h 05mCathay Pacific
Tue 1/132:15 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop17h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/13$1,256
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2510:55 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop22h 05mCathay Pacific
Mon 1/122:15 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop22h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/13$1,260
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Fri 12/269:30 pmLAX - NKG
2 stops22h 55mSichuan Airlines
Sat 1/107:40 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop39h 25mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,285
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2510:55 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop22h 05mCathay Pacific
Sat 1/172:15 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop22h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/13$1,306
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2510:55 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop22h 05mCathay Pacific
Sun 1/182:15 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop35h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/13$1,330
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2511:35 pmSFO - NKG
2 stops44h 55mChina Southern
Mon 1/1212:50 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops46h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 12/13$1,338
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2511:35 pmSFO - NKG
2 stops43h 55mChina Southern
Sat 1/178:15 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops63h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 12/13$1,342
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2511:35 pmSFO - NKG
2 stops43h 55mChina Southern
Wed 1/148:15 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops39h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 12/13$1,350
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Thu 12/2510:55 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/189:35 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops38h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$1,364

Find flight deals from California to Nanjing

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Nanjing flight deals. Data was last updated December 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$629
(IEagle)

One-way from

$346
(IEagle)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,197
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 28% potential increase in price ($378 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Nanjing that are best for you.

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Nanjing

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Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Thu 1/22

11:30 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 1/26

2:50 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$695

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Wed 2/18

10:00 pm-10:30 am

1 stop20h 30m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 3/11

11:40 am-7:30 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$702

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Sun 1/25

10:45 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 3/5

10:30 am-7:00 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$707

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

11:30 am-8:10 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 3/8

7:25 am-9:05 am

1 stop17h 40m

$725

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Sun 2/15

10:45 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop24h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 3/9

10:55 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops36h 05m

$729

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Wed 2/18

10:00 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops27h 45m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 3/18

5:55 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$804

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Thu 1/29

9:45 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 2/2

2:15 pm-9:45 am

1 stop35h 30m

$806

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Mon 2/16

10:00 pm-10:30 am

1 stop20h 30m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 3/8

10:10 am-6:30 pm

2 stops24h 20m

$813

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Sun 2/8

10:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 2/24

8:20 am-4:20 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$832

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

10:45 pm-8:55 am

2 stops42h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 3/14

9:05 pm-8:00 pm

3 stops37h 55m

$852

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Best time to book a flight from California to Nanjing

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Nanjing

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Nanjing (average of $560). Flying from California to Nanjing in July is currently the most expensive (average of $967). 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 CA to NKG?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Nanjing. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from California to Nanjing in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Nanjing. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Located just 22.6 mi from the city center, Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Nanjing from California.

  • How long is the flight from California to Nanjing?

    Airlines like Asiana Airlines, China Southern, and XiamenAir fly from California to Nanjing in about 20h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 35m. The distance between California and Nanjing is about 6562 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air China. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $310. Users have also found prices from $316 and $316 on Sichuan Airlines and XiamenAir, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Los Angeles - Nanjing Lukou Intl or Ontario - Nanjing Lukou Intl, San Francisco - Nanjing Lukou Intl is the most popular route from California to Nanjing.

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Nanjing.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Nanjing 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 California to Nanjing?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Nanjing (average of $560). Flying from California to Nanjing in July is currently the most expensive (average of $967). 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 8 airlines flying from California to Nanjing

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to Nanjing. 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 December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$557Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Air ChinaCheapest$624Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$656Average$1,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
XiamenAirCheapest$660Average$787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Cathay PacificCheapest$679Average$863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
China SouthernCheapest$696Average$1,469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$702Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Korean AirCheapest$704Average$903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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