Flying from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Nanjing Lukou International Airport is located in Nanjing. Following the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is one hour ahead of Nanjing.
Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most traveled route. When looking for your flight, you can choose from seven services a week between NKG and NRT.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your NKG to Tokyo flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can book a direct Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Tokyo ticket. Start your trip at NKG and land at Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT).
China Eastern Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Tokyo.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from NKG to Tokyo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
NKG is around 40 kilometres from central Nanjing. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Searching for a hotel near NKG? If you're catching an early flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Tokyo, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
86% of flights leaving Nanjing Lukou International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its solid on-time performance, delays are unlikely when jetting out of NKG.
You'll find NKG at Yingbin Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to Tokyo
$286 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Tokyo flight. A return plane ticket starts from $506. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from NKG to Tokyo, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Tokyo throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
The distance from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
Booking your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from NKG to Tokyo can help you get the lowest rate.
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Once your flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Tokyo has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 56 kilometres from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near NRT. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your NKG to Tokyo flight:
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
You can find Tokyo Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
March is the most popular month for flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Tokyo. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Tokyo in December.
When booking your Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Tokyo plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 15ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from NKG to Tokyo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tokyo right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Tokyo:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Sensho-ji, Tokyo Skytree and Ginza Central Street are leading attractions which should be on any good Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Nagoya is another standout destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No journey is complete without dropping by Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.