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$407+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — NKG
jul. 8 — jul. 151
mar. 7/8
mar. 7/15
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 julio 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$733
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$407
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,566
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 julio 3, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
lun. 8/412:35 amSFO - NKG
2 stops27h 55mChina Southern
mié. 8/206:55 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops40h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 7/1$733
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
lun. 9/811:30 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 9/202:50 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$838
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
jue. 8/2812:00 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop20h 20mChina Eastern
jue. 10/307:25 amNKG - SFO
2 stops22h 44mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/1$854
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
mié. 9/312:50 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop32h 00mKorean Air
vie. 9/1912:55 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop36h 45mKorean Air
Deal found 7/3$858
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
mié. 10/221:00 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop32h 35mAir China
mar. 11/45:10 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop32h 40mAir China
Deal found 7/2$918

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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

lun. 8/4

12:35 am-7:30 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

mié. 8/20

6:55 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops40h 35m

$733

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

lun. 9/8

11:30 pm-11:50 am

1 stop21h 20m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

sáb. 9/20

2:50 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$838

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

jue. 8/28

12:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

jue. 10/30

7:25 am-3:09 pm

2 stops22h 44m

$854

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

mié. 9/3

12:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 00m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

vie. 9/19

12:55 pm-10:40 am

1 stop36h 45m

$858

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

mié. 10/22

1:00 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop32h 35m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

mar. 11/4

5:10 pm-9:50 am

1 stop32h 40m

$918

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

lun. 9/15

12:35 am-5:30 pm

2 stops25h 55m

$407

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

sáb. 8/16

12:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$432

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

dom. 9/14

10:15 am-8:50 am

3 stops55h 35m

$446

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

mar. 9/16

11:30 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$467

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

mié. 9/3

12:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 00m

$470

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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 June 27, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nanjing (average of $957). 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 julio 3, 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 julio 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
452 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Air China
7.2
Good
92 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
China Eastern
7.1
Good
152 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

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.

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

    According to our current data, China Southern ($733), China Eastern ($854), and Korean Air ($858) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Nanjing. China Southern is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $407 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from China Southern. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Eastern and Asiana Airlines, with prices starting from $432 and $467, respectively.

  • 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?

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

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nanjing (average of $957). 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 julio 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$745Average$1,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$870Average$1,492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$872Average$1,264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$918Average$1,271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,295Average$1,843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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