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$489+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Nanjing (NKG)

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WAS — NKG
Dec 4 — Dec 111
Thu 12/4
Thu 12/11
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 November 4, 2025.

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eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,105
(Korean Air)

One-way from

$489
(Kiwi.com)
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Nanjing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Nanjing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2025.

This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Tue 12/210:00 pmIAD - NKG
1 stop23h 10mAir China
Mon 1/58:55 pmNKG - IAD
1 stop34h 35mAir China
Deal found 11/4$1,840
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2811:50 amIAD - NKG
1 stop35h 20mKorean Air
Mon 1/54:40 pmNKG - IAD
2 stops39h 29mKorean Air
Deal found 11/4$1,866
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Fri 11/2810:00 pmIAD - NKG
1 stop23h 10mAir China
Mon 1/58:55 pmNKG - IAD
1 stop34h 35mAir China
Deal found 11/4$1,877
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/18:05 pmIAD - NKG
2 stops36h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/57:30 pmNKG - IAD
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,902
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/111:50 amIAD - NKG
1 stop35h 20mKorean Air
Mon 1/58:15 amNKG - IAD
2 stops47h 54mKorean Air
Deal found 11/4$2,016
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/3011:50 amIAD - NKG
1 stop21h 10mKorean Air
Mon 1/54:40 pmNKG - IAD
2 stops39h 29mKorean Air
Deal found 11/4$2,066
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Thu 12/49:00 amIAD - NKG
2 stops48h 20mAir China
Mon 1/55:10 pmNKG - IAD
2 stops38h 20mAir China
Deal found 11/4$2,188
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/411:50 amIAD - NKG
1 stop21h 10mKorean Air
Mon 1/58:15 amNKG - IAD
2 stops47h 54mKorean Air
Deal found 11/4$2,216
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/36:03 amIAD - NKG
2 stops41h 07mKorean Air
Mon 1/58:15 amNKG - IAD
2 stops47h 54mKorean Air
Deal found 11/4$2,221

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Washington, D.C.Nanjing

IAD - NKG

IADNKG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/23

12:50 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop35h 20m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 4/1

12:55 pm-11:15 am

1 stop34h 20m

$1,105

Washington, D.C.Nanjing

IAD - NKG

IADNKG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/18

12:50 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop35h 20m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 4/6

12:55 pm-11:15 am

1 stop34h 20m

$1,105

Washington, D.C.Nanjing

IAD - NKG

IADNKG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/23

12:50 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop35h 20m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 4/5

12:55 pm-11:15 am

1 stop34h 20m

$1,105

Washington, D.C.Nanjing

DCA - NKG

DCANKG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/19

11:59 am-1:00 pm

2 stops37h 01m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 4/6

2:15 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops44h 00m

$1,135

Washington, D.C.Nanjing

DCA - NKG

DCANKG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/19

11:59 am-1:00 pm

2 stops37h 01m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 4/1

8:00 am-10:15 pm

2 stops26h 15m

$1,135

Washington, D.C.Nanjing

DCA - NKG

DCANKG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/19

11:59 am-1:00 pm

2 stops37h 01m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 3/31

8:00 am-10:15 pm

2 stops26h 15m

$1,135

Washington, D.C.Nanjing

DCA - NKG

DCANKG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/18

6:58 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops30h 02m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 4/1

8:00 am-10:15 pm

2 stops26h 15m

$1,135

Washington, D.C.Nanjing

DCA - NKG

DCANKG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/18

6:58 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops30h 02m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 4/6

2:15 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops44h 00m

$1,135

Washington, D.C.Nanjing

DCA - NKG

DCANKG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/23

6:58 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops38h 52m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 4/6

2:15 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops44h 00m

$1,135

Washington, D.C.Nanjing

DCA - NKG

DCANKG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/26

9:39 am-1:00 pm

2 stops38h 21m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 3/2

2:15 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops45h 45m

$1,139

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Nanjing in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Nanjing flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Nanjing flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Nanjing flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Nanjing flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-Nanjing flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Nanjing

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WAS to NKG?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 November 4, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Nanjing by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 November 4, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air China from Washington, D.C. to Nanjing by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air China
7.1
Good
122 reviews

Food

6.9

Overall

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.0

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.3

Reviews

1 / 3
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

LAX - PEK

Very bad experience for check in. Not good for boarding too.
Air China
7.1
Good
122 reviews
Air China
7.1
Good
122 reviews

Food

6.9

Overall

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.0

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.3

Reviews

1 / 3
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

LAX - PEK

Very bad experience for check in. Not good for boarding too.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Nanjing from Washington, D.C.?

    Most people fly into Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG) if they book a flight to Nanjing from Washington, D.C.. On average, Lukou Intl has 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day from 2 airlines. Nanjing Lukou Intl is conveniently located just 22.6 mi from Nanjing’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Nanjing?

    Departing from Washington, D.C. to Nanjing will take you 30h 40m. Washington, D.C. and Nanjing are separated by a distance of 7436 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Nanjing round-trip?

    Air China, at $1,028, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. to Nanjing. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Korean Air.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Nanjing?

    Most travelers choose Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Nanjing Lukou Intl, Baltimore/Washington - Nanjing Lukou Intl or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Nanjing Lukou Intl when deciding on the best route from Washington, D.C. to Nanjing.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Nanjing that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Nanjing?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Nanjing?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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.

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Alternative routes for Washington, D.C. to Nanjing

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Top 2 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Nanjing

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 November 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$1,028Average$1,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Korean AirCheapest$1,084Average$1,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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