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$335+ Cheap flights from the United States 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 10/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — NKG
oct. 16 — oct. 231
jue. 10/16
jue. 10/23
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 septiembre 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$596
(IEagle)

One-way from

$335
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,037
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 septiembre 16, 2025.

This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/2810:00 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
mar. 11/411:00 amNKG - LAX
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$596
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/303:55 pmEWR - NKG
2 stops31h 40mAir China
mar. 10/77:30 amNKG - EWR
2 stops36h 00mAir China
Deal found 9/16$610
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/2711:45 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop31h 40mAir China
mar. 11/411:00 amNKG - LAX
1 stop23h 00mAir China
Deal found 9/15$625
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
mar. 10/2111:55 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop24h 30mXiamenAir
dom. 11/212:30 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop22h 30mXiamenAir
Deal found 9/13$627
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/1610:45 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop20h 40mXiamenAir
mar. 12/1612:30 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop22h 30mXiamenAir
Deal found 9/15$632
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
dom. 10/2610:30 pmLAX - NKG
2 stops28h 55mSichuan Airlines
jue. 11/67:40 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop39h 50mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 9/15$635
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mar. 10/2810:00 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop26h 20mMultiple Airlines
jue. 11/65:10 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$654
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
mar. 10/2810:00 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/58:35 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$665
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dom. 10/1911:15 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop28h 15mSichuan Airlines
lun. 11/177:40 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop39h 50mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 9/16$676
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/2511:55 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop28h 30mXiamenAir
mié. 10/18:30 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop38h 30mXiamenAir
Deal found 9/14$677
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/169:30 pmLAX - NKG
2 stops28h 55mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/1610:30 amNKG - LAX
1 stop24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$681
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jue. 10/1611:10 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop22h 50mCathay Pacific
jue. 10/308:20 amNKG - SFO
1 stop17h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/14$710

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Nanjing that are best for you.

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USA

Fly to

Nanjing

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

jue. 9/25

11:55 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

mié. 10/1

8:30 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop38h 30m

$677

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

mié. 11/5

11:30 am-12:10 am

1 stop20h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

dom. 11/16

7:25 am-9:05 am

1 stop17h 40m

$711

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

mar. 11/25

10:55 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop30h 55m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

mié. 12/3

8:20 am-9:15 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$746

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

lun. 11/24

10:55 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop30h 55m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

mié. 12/3

8:20 am-9:15 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$746

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

jue. 3/12

12:35 am-9:50 pm

1 stop30h 15m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

lun. 3/16

2:15 pm-10:45 am

1 stop35h 30m

$781

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

mar. 10/28

9:55 pm-11:00 am

1 stop22h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

mié. 11/5

8:50 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops38h 10m

$804

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

jue. 10/16

11:25 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

jue. 11/13

8:35 am-7:00 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$815

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

lun. 11/24

10:55 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop30h 55m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

dom. 12/7

8:20 am-9:15 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$821

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

dom. 9/21

10:00 am-1:40 pm

1 stop36h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

dom. 9/28

2:50 pm-8:00 am

1 stop32h 10m

$837

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

mié. 10/15

12:30 am-10:05 pm

1 stop30h 35m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

jue. 11/13

2:15 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$856

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Air China

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Korean Air

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


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China Eastern

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


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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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Nanjing (average of $972). 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 septiembre 16, 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.

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 septiembre 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Korean Air, Cathay Pacific, and Air China from the United States 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,140 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

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
1,140 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,140 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
993 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,140 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

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
7.3
Good
101 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,140 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

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
7.2
Good
166 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,140 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

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

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  • 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.

  • How long is the flight from USA to Nanjing?

    For as low as $711, XiamenAir can have you in Nanjing from USA in 20h 40m. USA and Nanjing are separated by a distance of 6562 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $335. Users have also found prices from $355 and $357 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, San Francisco - Nanjing Lukou Intl or Boston Logan Intl - 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Nanjing (average of $972). 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 9 airlines flying from USA to Nanjing

Discover the top 9 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 septiembre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$557Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
XiamenAirCheapest$660Average$792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Cathay PacificCheapest$687Average$1,503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
China SouthernCheapest$697Average$1,410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$712Average$1,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$725Average$1,211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$773Average$1,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Korean AirCheapest$881Average$1,178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$920Average$1,469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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