Which airports can I use when flying from London to Nanjing?

Flights from London to Nanjing may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London to Nanjing?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from London to Nanjing: • Economy class • Business Class

Which airports do connecting flights from London to Nanjing pass through?

One-stop flights from London to Nanjing most commonly connect through: • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 44% of one-stop connections • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 24% of one-stop connections • Shenzhen (SZX) – 14% of one-stop connections • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 6% of one-stop connections Beijing Capital (PEK) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London to Nanjing?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 39% on the London to Nanjing route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £463 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £754, a difference of £291. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from London to Nanjing?

A direct flight from London to Nanjing takes 0h 00m, covering 5,598 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from London to Nanjing?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

How are flight prices from London to Nanjing looking right now?

One-way fares from London to Nanjing are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £358, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London to Nanjing?

Flying via Beijing Capital (PEK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 13m, compared to 17h 45m via Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) and 17h 49m via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN).

What is the time difference between London and Nanjing?

Nanjing is 7 hours ahead of London (China Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a London to Nanjing flight?

Return flights from London to Nanjing range from £450 to £690, with an average of £540 over the past 12 months. Anything below £450 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from London to Nanjing?

Hainan Airlines (£403) and China Southern (£424) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from London to Nanjing according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from London to Nanjing?

Beijing Capital (PEK) is the most popular stopover for the London to Nanjing route. 44% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via PEK.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from London to Nanjing?

Flights via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of £484. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from London to Nanjing, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Beijing Capital (PEK) had the shortest average connection time for London to Nanjing stopovers at 557 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

19:45 - 11:40LHR London Heathrow-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

31h 55m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl

15:35 - 18:15NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LHR London Heathrow

34h 40m1 stop Changsha Huanghua Intl

£403Hainan Airlines

Fri, 13 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

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27h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

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£424China Southern

Fri, 6 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov

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11:30 - 06:30NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LGW London Gatwick

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£459China Southern

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22:00 - 23:35LHR London Heathrow-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

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£469China Southern

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£486China Eastern

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07:25 - 06:30NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LGW London Gatwick

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£486China Eastern

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£493Air China

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Fri, 25 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct

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£434China Southern

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£443Hainan Airlines

Fri, 25 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct

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29h 00m1 stop Changsha Huanghua Intl

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34h 55m2 stops Haikou Meilan Intl Changsha Huanghua Intl

£445Hainan Airlines

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£458China Southern

Fri, 25 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct

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£463China Southern

Fri, 25 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct

11:35 - 18:30LGW London Gatwick-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

23h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

07:25 - 15:00NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LGW London Gatwick

14h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

£486China Eastern

Fri, 25 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct

06:05 - 10:30LGW London Gatwick-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

21h 25m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Guangzhou Baiyun

19:30 - 06:40NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl-LGW London Gatwick

18h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

£520Multiple Airlines

Fri, 25 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct

06:05 - 10:30LGW London Gatwick-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl

21h 25m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Guangzhou Baiyun

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Price, demand, and travel trends for London to Nanjing flights

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How much is a return flight from London to Nanjing?

Return flights from London to Nanjing start at £403. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £450 to £690. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £403 on Hainan Airlines.

What is the cheapest London to Nanjing flight route?

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nanjing (NKG) is the cheapest London to Nanjing route, averaging £519 return. Other London to Nanjing routes average £750, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Nanjing?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Nanjing and is 15% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 39% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Nanjing?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from London to Nanjing at £423 return.
•December (£725) and July (£694) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 71% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London to Nanjing?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from London to Nanjing:

• Economy class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from London to Nanjing?
A direct flight from London to Nanjing takes 0h 00m, covering 5,598 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from London to Nanjing?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a London to Nanjing flight?
Return flights from London to Nanjing range from £450 to £690, with an average of £540 over the past 12 months. Anything below £450 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from London to Nanjing looking right now?
One-way fares from London to Nanjing are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £358, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from London to Nanjing?
Flights from London to Nanjing may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG).
Which airports do connecting flights from London to Nanjing pass through?
One-stop flights from London to Nanjing most commonly connect through:

• Beijing Capital (PEK) – 44% of one-stop connections
• Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 24% of one-stop connections
• Shenzhen (SZX) – 14% of one-stop connections
• Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 6% of one-stop connections

Beijing Capital (PEK) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London to Nanjing?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 39% on the London to Nanjing route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £463 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £754, a difference of £291. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London to Nanjing?
Flying via Beijing Capital (PEK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 13m, compared to 17h 45m via Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) and 17h 49m via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN).
What is the time difference between London and Nanjing?
Nanjing is 7 hours ahead of London (China Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average £463 – about £291 less than Sunday (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your London to Nanjing trip for January. Fares historically average £423 return in that month – typically £302 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport.
- Nanjing China Eastern Airlines Yan Guilai Business Hotel

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