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$358+ Cheap flights from the United States to Nanjing (NKG)

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LAX — NKG
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from USA to Nanjing

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Nanjing flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$730
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$358
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,887
From USA to Nanjing Lukou Intl
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Cheapest flights from USA to Nanjing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Nanjing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 11/219:30 pmLAX - NKG
2 stops28h 55mSichuan Airlines
Sat 11/297:40 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop39h 50mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 6/11$678
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 11/1711:35 pmSFO - NKG
2 stops32h 00mChina Southern
Mon 12/111:40 amNKG - SFO
2 stops24h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 6/11$740
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/511:00 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/161:45 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$750
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sun 11/210:45 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop20h 40mXiamenAir
Tue 11/1112:30 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop22h 30mXiamenAir
Deal found 6/11$772
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Mon 10/2011:30 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/101:45 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$787
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Wed 8/201:00 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop32h 35mAir China
Fri 9/55:05 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop32h 25mAir China
Deal found 6/11$804
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/69:00 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop23h 45mAir China
Thu 11/1311:20 amNKG - LAX
1 stop23h 40mAir China
Deal found 6/11$804
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Sun 8/311:00 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop23h 40mAsiana Airlines
Sat 8/162:50 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop34h 30mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/11$820
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 11/510:00 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop22h 30mChina Southern
Sun 11/911:40 amNKG - LAX
1 stop22h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 6/11$832
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/2811:30 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop23h 10mAsiana Airlines
Fri 10/102:50 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop15h 40mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/11$857
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2512:50 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop32h 20mKorean Air
Sun 11/21:45 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop35h 45mKorean Air
Deal found 6/10$858
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Thu 9/112:15 pmSEA - NKG
2 stops41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/278:15 amNKG - SEA
2 stops19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$878

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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Nanjing that are best for you.

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Nanjing

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Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Fri 11/21

9:30 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops28h 55m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 11/29

7:40 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop39h 50m

$678

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Mon 11/17

11:35 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops32h 00m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 12/1

11:40 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$740

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Wed 11/5

11:00 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 11/16

1:45 pm-9:40 am

1 stop35h 55m

$750

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Sun 11/2

10:45 pm-11:25 am

1 stop20h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 11/11

12:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$772

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Mon 10/20

11:30 pm-11:50 am

1 stop21h 20m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 11/10

1:45 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$787

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Wed 8/20

1:00 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop32h 35m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Fri 9/5

5:05 pm-10:30 am

1 stop32h 25m

$804

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Thu 11/6

9:00 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop23h 45m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 11/13

11:20 am-7:00 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$804

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Sun 8/3

11:00 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop23h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 8/16

2:50 pm-10:20 am

1 stop34h 30m

$820

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

Wed 11/5

10:00 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 11/9

11:40 am-6:10 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$832

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Sun 9/28

11:30 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Fri 10/10

2:50 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$857

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The best insider tips for theUnited States to Nanjing flights

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Air China

Air China offers award space for Star Alliance members, ideal for mileage redemption.


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Korean Air

Korean Air's economy class offers 33-34 inch pitch, more spacious than many competitors.


Enjoy bibimbap in Korean Air's economy, a standout meal option.

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China Eastern

Consider staggered mini-suites on Boeing 787 for privacy and comfort on long-haul flights.


Take advantage of 144-hour visa-free transit in Shanghai for extended layovers.

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Asiana Airlines

Asiana's business suite on A380 offers sliding doors for privacy.


Asiana's Economy Smartium offers extra comfort with 36-inch pitch seats.

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Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific offers a free stopover in Hong Kong for up to 7 days.


In Economy, Cathay Pacific provides 32-inch pitch seats, exceeding US airlines' standards.

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Nanjing

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nanjing from USA with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Nanjing

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Nanjing (average of $957). Flying from USA 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 US to NKG?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from USA to Nanjing, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Nanjing by month

Plan your trip to Nanjing by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nanjing ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Nanjing when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Nanjing by month

Plan your trip to Nanjing by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nanjing, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from USA to Nanjing, see what other customers have to say about Korean Air, ANA and Asiana Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
440 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very good
39 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA 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 United States?

    Located just 22.6 mi from the city center, Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Nanjing from United States.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for XiamenAir. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $358. Users have also found prices from $391 and $409 on China Southern and Air China, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Nanjing?

    When deciding which route to take from USA to Nanjing consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Nanjing Lukou Intl, Los Angeles - Nanjing Lukou Intl or Newark - Nanjing Lukou Intl as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Nanjing (average of $957). Flying from USA 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 8 airlines flying from USA to Nanjing

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$557Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
XiamenAirCheapest$665Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
China EasternCheapest$712Average$1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China SouthernCheapest$737Average$1,417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air ChinaCheapest$745Average$1,223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$753Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Korean AirCheapest$881Average$1,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,295Average$1,789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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