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$390+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Nanjing (NKG)

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SFO — NKG
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Nanjing Lukou Intl are usually found in April or January, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Nanjing

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 August 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$673
(oojo)

One-way from

$390
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$971
From San Francisco to Nanjing Lukou Intl
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Nanjing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Nanjing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 20, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Wed 9/312:05 amSFO - NKG
1 stop31h 00mCathay Pacific
Thu 10/168:00 amNKG - SFO
1 stop24h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/18$673
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/1412:05 amSFO - NKG
1 stop31h 00mCathay Pacific
Sun 9/212:15 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop23h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/19$681
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/212:20 amSFO - NKG
1 stop30h 45mCathay Pacific
Fri 10/102:15 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop18h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/19$737
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Sat 9/612:00 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop20h 20mChina Eastern
Sat 9/207:25 amNKG - SFO
1 stop16h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 8/20$748
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1512:00 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/2110:05 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/19$762
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/1612:55 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop33h 05mCathay Pacific
Thu 10/308:20 amNKG - SFO
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/18$765
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/412:00 pmSFO - NKG
2 stops35h 00mChina Eastern
Thu 10/167:25 amNKG - SFO
1 stop16h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 8/18$767
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1612:00 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop20h 20mChina Eastern
Thu 11/67:25 amNKG - SFO
1 stop17h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 8/19$768
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1612:00 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/61:35 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/19$795
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/312:05 amSFO - NKG
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/161:45 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$796

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 August 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Nanjing that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Nanjing

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

12:05 am-10:05 pm

1 stop31h 00m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 10/16

8:00 am-5:30 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$673

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Thu 9/4

12:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 10/16

7:25 am-9:05 am

1 stop16h 40m

$673

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Sun 9/14

12:05 am-10:05 pm

1 stop31h 00m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 9/21

2:15 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$681

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Thu 10/2

12:20 am-10:05 pm

1 stop30h 45m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Fri 10/10

2:15 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$737

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

12:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 9/20

7:25 am-9:05 am

1 stop16h 40m

$748

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

12:00 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 9/21

10:05 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops37h 25m

$762

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Thu 10/16

12:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop33h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 10/30

8:20 am-10:15 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$765

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Thu 10/16

12:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 11/6

7:25 am-9:00 am

1 stop17h 35m

$768

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Wed 9/10

1:05 am-10:05 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$390

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

12:35 am-7:30 pm

2 stops27h 55m

$409

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Nanjing

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Nanjing

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Nanjing. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 50 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Nanjing. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nanjing (average of $983). Flying from San Francisco to Nanjing in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,854). 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 SFO to NKG?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 August 20, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Nanjing in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 August 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and China Southern from San Francisco to Nanjing have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
475 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacob,Jul 2025

ICN - JFK

I flew business calls Asiana, everything was great and good! I must say that the service at the Asian business class lounge prior to the flight is very poor, the staff are very cold and not welcome and I asked for some help in getting a food without salt ...I was looked upon as if I ... I am traveling a lot business , and I se people complained a lot in asiana lounge services. Jacob
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
475 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
475 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacob,Jul 2025

ICN - JFK

I flew business calls Asiana, everything was great and good! I must say that the service at the Asian business class lounge prior to the flight is very poor, the staff are very cold and not welcome and I asked for some help in getting a food without salt ...I was looked upon as if I ... I am traveling a lot business , and I se people complained a lot in asiana lounge services. Jacob
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
972 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
475 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacob,Jul 2025

ICN - JFK

I flew business calls Asiana, everything was great and good! I must say that the service at the Asian business class lounge prior to the flight is very poor, the staff are very cold and not welcome and I asked for some help in getting a food without salt ...I was looked upon as if I ... I am traveling a lot business , and I se people complained a lot in asiana lounge services. Jacob
China Southern
7.5
Good
108 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
475 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacob,Jul 2025

ICN - JFK

I flew business calls Asiana, everything was great and good! I must say that the service at the Asian business class lounge prior to the flight is very poor, the staff are very cold and not welcome and I asked for some help in getting a food without salt ...I was looked upon as if I ... I am traveling a lot business , and I se people complained a lot in asiana lounge services. Jacob
Air China
7.3
Good
95 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
475 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacob,Jul 2025

ICN - JFK

I flew business calls Asiana, everything was great and good! I must say that the service at the Asian business class lounge prior to the flight is very poor, the staff are very cold and not welcome and I asked for some help in getting a food without salt ...I was looked upon as if I ... I am traveling a lot business , and I se people complained a lot in asiana lounge services. Jacob
China Eastern
7.2
Good
161 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
475 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacob,Jul 2025

ICN - JFK

I flew business calls Asiana, everything was great and good! I must say that the service at the Asian business class lounge prior to the flight is very poor, the staff are very cold and not welcome and I asked for some help in getting a food without salt ...I was looked upon as if I ... I am traveling a lot business , and I se people complained a lot in asiana lounge services. Jacob

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Nanjing?

    Departing from San Francisco to Nanjing will take you 20h 20m. The distance from San Francisco to Nanjing is about 6226 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Nanjing round-trip?

    According to our current data, Cathay Pacific ($680), Air China ($745), and China Southern ($761) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Nanjing. Cathay Pacific is priced at 43% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Nanjing?

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Nanjing?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nanjing (average of $983). Flying from San Francisco to Nanjing in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,854). 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 San Francisco to Nanjing

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$680Average$1,331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air ChinaCheapest$745Average$1,245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$761Average$1,492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$843Average$1,314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$878Average$1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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