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$390+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA 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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — NKG
Mar 1 — Mar 81
Sun 3/1
Sun 3/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Nanjing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Nanjing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2812:35 am
SFO
-
NKG
1 stop23h 55m
China Southern
Mon 6/19:05 pm
NKG
-
SFO
1 stop38h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 1/27$754
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/288:50 am
SFO
-
NKG
2 stops23h 30m
China Eastern
Thu 5/77:30 am
NKG
-
SFO
1 stop16h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/27$774
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/49:24 pm
SFO
-
NKG
2 stops34h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/167:30 am
NKG
-
SFO
2 stops22h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$804
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 4/912:00 pm
SFO
-
NKG
1 stop20h 20m
China Eastern
Mon 4/277:30 am
NKG
-
SFO
2 stops24h 57m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/29$820
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2611:55 pm
SFO
-
NKG
1 stop22h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 4/122:15 pm
NKG
-
SFO
1 stop35h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/27$830
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Wed 4/812:20 am
SFO
-
NKG
1 stop21h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 4/278:00 am
NKG
-
SFO
1 stop29h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/29$835
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sat 4/1112:00 pm
SFO
-
NKG
1 stop20h 20m
China Eastern
Mon 4/277:30 am
NKG
-
SFO
2 stops24h 57m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/29$844
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 2/410:55 pm
SFO
-
NKG
1 stop22h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 3/12:15 pm
NKG
-
SFO
1 stop35h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/29$848
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/512:00 pm
SFO
-
NKG
1 stop20h 10m
China Eastern
Sat 5/167:30 am
NKG
-
SFO
1 stop16h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/28$849

Find flight deals from Salinas to Nanjing

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$754
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$390
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$747
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 January 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Nanjing that are best for you.

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Salinas

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Nanjing

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Depart

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Price

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Thu 3/26

11:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 4/12

2:15 pm-10:55 am

1 stop35h 40m

$830

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

11:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 4/1

8:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop17h 55m

$830

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Wed 2/25

11:25 am-1:00 pm

1 stop33h 35m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 4/28

2:15 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$830

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Tue 4/28

8:50 am-11:20 pm

2 stops23h 30m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 5/7

7:30 am-3:11 pm

2 stops22h 41m

$854

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Thu 3/5

12:00 pm-12:10 am

1 stop20h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 5/16

7:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop16h 35m

$858

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Thu 3/5

10:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 3/9

8:20 am-10:45 am

1 stop17h 25m

$858

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Fri 3/6

10:26 pm-12:10 am

2 stops33h 44m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 5/16

7:30 am-5:50 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$887

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Sun 2/8

10:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 3/2

2:15 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$897

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Fri 3/27

12:25 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop33h 35m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 4/12

2:15 pm-10:55 am

1 stop35h 40m

$897

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-9:15 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$904

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Nanjing?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Nanjing. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Salinas to Nanjing, you should look to book at least 14 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Nanjing (average of $662). Flying from Salinas to Nanjing in June is currently the most expensive (average of $957). 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.

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 January 30, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and China Southern from Salinas to Nanjing. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,149 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.
China Southern
7.3
Good
136 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
192 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.
Air China
7.2
Good
138 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 22.6 mi from the city center, Nanjing Lukou Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Nanjing from Salinas. Booking flights from Salinas to Lukou Intl (NKG) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Salinas from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Nanjing?

    Airlines like Cathay Pacific and China Eastern fly from Salinas to Nanjing in about 22h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 25m. Salinas and Nanjing are separated by a distance of 6226 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Salinas to Nanjing are Air China ($310), China Southern ($353), and Cathay Pacific ($370).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Nanjing (average of $662). Flying from Salinas to Nanjing in June is currently the most expensive (average of $957). 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 Salinas to Nanjing

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 January 30, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$704Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
China EasternCheapest$739Average$1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$753Average$1,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air ChinaCheapest$855Average$1,269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$914Average$1,572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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