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$1,078+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Nanjing (NKG)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — NKG
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Mon 4/20
Mon 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Nanjing

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Nanjing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Nanjing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 21, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/232:40 pm
ORD
-
NKG
2 stops32h 55m
Air China
Thu 5/145:10 pm
NKG
-
ORD
2 stops25h 50m
Air China
Deal found 3/16$1,078
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/912:10 pm
ORD
-
NKG
1 stop34h 40m
Korean Air
Sun 9/1312:55 pm
NKG
-
ORD
1 stop33h 35m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/16$1,106
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/236:00 am
ORD
-
NKG
2 stops27h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/142:15 pm
NKG
-
ORD
1 stop36h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$1,137
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 4/234:15 pm
ORD
-
NKG
1 stop31h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 5/142:15 pm
NKG
-
ORD
1 stop36h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/17$1,271
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/98:40 am
ORD
-
NKG
2 stops24h 35m
Air China
Sun 9/138:55 pm
NKG
-
ORD
2 stops45h 44m
Air China
Deal found 3/16$1,382
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/99:20 am
MDW
-
NKG
2 stops37h 30m
Korean Air
Sun 9/1312:55 pm
NKG
-
MDW
2 stops36h 35m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/16$2,672
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/35:25 pm
MDW
-
NKG
2 stops53h 25m
Korean Air
Mon 9/712:55 pm
NKG
-
MDW
2 stops36h 35m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/19$5,749

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Nanjing that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoNanjing

ORD - NKG

ORDNKG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

12:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop34h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 9/13

12:55 pm-9:30 am

1 stop33h 35m

$1,106

ChicagoNanjing

ORD - NKG

ORDNKG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/23

6:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops27h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 5/14

2:15 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop36h 40m

$1,137

ChicagoNanjing

ORD - NKG

ORDNKG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/23

4:15 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 5/14

2:15 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop36h 40m

$1,271

ChicagoNanjing

ORD - NKG

ORDNKG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

8:40 am-10:15 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 9/13

8:55 pm-5:39 am

2 stops45h 44m

$1,382
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoNanjing

ORD - NKG

ORDNKG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/19

6:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops27h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 5/23

8:00 am-1:55 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$1,466

ChicagoNanjing

ORD - NKG

ORDNKG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/19

3:40 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops32h 20m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 5/23

8:45 am-8:24 pm

2 stops24h 39m

$1,570

ChicagoNanjing

MDW - NKG

MDWNKG

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/9

9:20 am-11:50 am

2 stops37h 30m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 9/13

12:55 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops36h 35m

$2,672

ChicagoNanjing

MDW - NKG

MDWNKG

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/3

5:25 pm-11:50 am

2 stops53h 25m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 9/7

12:55 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops36h 35m

$5,749
Cheapest one-way

ChicagoNanjing

ORD - NKG

ORDNKG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/26

7:20 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops37h 45m

$1,146
Quickest one-way

ChicagoNanjing

ORD - NKG

ORDNKG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/26

4:15 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop31h 45m

$1,704

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Deals found on 3/20

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  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Nanjing flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Nanjing flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Nanjing flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Nanjing flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Nanjing flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Nanjing

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nanjing. 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 Nanjing. Reviews last updated March 21, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air China from Chicago to Nanjing by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air China
7.3
Good
142 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 6
10.0
Excellent

Helena,Mar 2026

PVG - LGW

Overall it was a great experience flying with AirChina. Great service, great food. If I have to point out one thing that will be more varieties of food selection. All are Chinese style. If one Chinese style and one western style choices would be excellent.
Air China
7.3
Good
142 reviews
Air China
7.3
Good
142 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 6
10.0
Excellent

Helena,Mar 2026

PVG - LGW

Overall it was a great experience flying with AirChina. Great service, great food. If I have to point out one thing that will be more varieties of food selection. All are Chinese style. If one Chinese style and one western style choices would be excellent.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago 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 Chicago?

    For a flight from Chicago to Nanjing, you will be flying into Lukou Intl. Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG) is just 22.6 mi from the center of the city. Lukou Intl is the only Nanjing airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day. 1 airline has flights to Nanjing Lukou Intl from Chicago on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Nanjing?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago to Nanjing in 31h 45m. Fly via Korean Air or Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 7061 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to Nanjing round-trip?

    Flying on Cathay Pacific is currently your cheapest option to Nanjing, with prices starting at $1,171.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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.

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Top airline flying from Chicago to Nanjing

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Chicago 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 March 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,171Average$1,545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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