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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London to Nanking / Nanjing Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,026. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Nanjing.$1,026 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov, returning Tue, 24 Nov.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,026, select.

Nanjing.$1,026 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Tue, 17 Nov.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,026, select.

Nanjing.$1,027 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Nov, returning Tue, 22 Dec.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,027, select.

Nanjing.$1,090 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec, returning Sat, 19 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,090, select.

Nanjing.$1,118 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec, returning Fri, 26 Feb.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,118, select.

Nanjing.$1,131 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb, returning Tue, 16 Mar.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,131, select.

Nanjing.$1,131 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar, returning Thu, 11 Mar.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,131, select.

Nanjing.$1,131 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb, returning Sat, 27 Feb.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,131, select.

Nanjing.$1,175 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Jan, returning Wed, 24 Feb.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,175, select.

Nanjing.$1,186 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Apr, returning Sun, 9 May.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 23 Apr, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Sun, 9 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,186, select.

Nanjing.$1,243 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan, returning Tue, 26 Jan.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,243, select.

Nanjing.$1,288 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Wed, 27 Jan.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,288, select.

Nanjing.$1,294 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 May, returning Wed, 19 May.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 14 May, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Wed, 19 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,294, select.

Nanjing.$1,413 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar, returning Thu, 1 Apr.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,413, select.

Nanjing.$1,414 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with Air China and Shenzhen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with Shenzhen Airlines, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,414, select.

Nanjing.$1,436 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct, returning Thu, 29 Apr.Return flight with Shenzhen Airlines and Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Shenzhen Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Thu, 29 Apr, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,436, select.

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London to Nanking / Nanjing: Alternative routes

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Finding cheap flights from London to Nanking / Nanjing: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from London to Nanking / Nanjing?

The best price we found for a return flight from London to Nanking / Nanjing is $1,026. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from London to Nanking / Nanjing?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London to Nanking / Nanjing. But we found flights with one stop from $1,026.

How many flights are there a week from London to Nanking / Nanjing?

As of October 2026, there are no flights flying from London to Nanking / Nanjing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Nanking / Nanjing?

The cheapest month to fly from London to Nanking / Nanjing is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London to Nanking / Nanjing Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Nanking / Nanjing Airport on Wednesday, 28 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from London to Nanking / Nanjing Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between London and Nanking / Nanjing Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Nanking / Nanjing?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Nanking / Nanjing but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Nanjing?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nanjing is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London to Nanking / Nanjing with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Nanking / Nanjing is Xiamen Airlines .

Travelling from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG): What you need to know

Nanjing is eight hours ahead of London. Nanjing Lukou International Airport is located in Nanjing, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to NKG, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from London to NKG departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
- Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
- Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
- Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you have an early flight from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just what you're after:
78% of flights that leave from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on time.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport. Here's where you can connect between London Gatwick Airport and NKG:
- Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
- Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
- Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to NKG flight:
The majority of flights that leave London Gatwick Airport reach their destination within the expected time frame. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 82%.

London Stansted Airport (STN)

STN is around 56 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Sleep a little longer and still make your London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving without delays, STN is a reliable starting point for any journey.

About Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)

Consider staying in a hotel close to NKG if you're catching a late flight from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
The street address for NKG is Yingbin Rd.

Getting from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to central Nanjing

Nanjing Lukou International Airport is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Nanjing. It takes around 45 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour.

How to find the cheapest flights from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)

$647 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport. A return flight starts at $1,026. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to NKG if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Cheap London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from London to NKG is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.
Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.

The best time to fly from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)

February is the most popular month for flights from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG). Plan your visit to Nanjing in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your London to NKG plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Nanjing, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 34ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC and 11ºC.

More about Nanjing

Start your Nanjing trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Nanjing City Wall and Zijin Tower are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Nanjing itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

Explore more of China

Shanghai is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen Nanjing. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.
Around 177 kilometres east of Nanjing, Suzhou is another favourite stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road.