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$1,077+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) 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 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — NKG
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Nanjing

Best flights from Sacramento to Nanjing
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sacramento to Nanjing that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 1/295:59 pmSMF - NKG
2 stops50h 11mKorean Air
Mon 2/21:45 pmNKG - SMF
2 stops21h 30mKorean Air
Deal found 12/10$1,077
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 1/225:59 pmSMF - NKG
2 stops50h 11mKorean Air
Mon 1/261:45 pmNKG - SMF
2 stops40h 20mKorean Air
Deal found 12/9$2,332
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/76:10 amSMF - NKG
2 stops24h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/1411:20 amNKG - SMF
2 stops26h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$7,086

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Nanjing (NKG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

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SacramentoNanjing

SMF - NKG

SMFNKG

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/29

5:59 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops50h 11m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 2/2

1:45 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops21h 30m

$1,077

SacramentoNanjing

SMF - NKG

SMFNKG

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/22

5:59 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops50h 11m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 1/26

1:45 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops40h 20m

$2,332

SacramentoNanjing

SMF - NKG

SMFNKG

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/7

6:10 am-10:20 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 1/14

11:20 am-9:54 pm

2 stops26h 34m

$7,086

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Nanjing (average of $661). Flying from Sacramento to Nanjing in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,034). 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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  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Nanjing?

    Korean Air and United Airlines can get you from Sacramento to Nanjing in just under 24h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 26h 01m. The distance between Sacramento and Nanjing is about 6208 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Nanjing (average of $661). Flying from Sacramento to Nanjing in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,034). 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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