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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Taipei to Nanking / Nanjing Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $482. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Taipei to Nanking / Nanjing flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Taipei to Nanking / Nanjing

Taipei to Nanking / Nanjing: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Taipei to Nanjing below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Nanking / Nanjing.

Taipei to Nanjing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$450
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week16

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Taipei to Nanking / Nanjing is $449. 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.
2 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Taipei to Nanking / Nanjing.
China Eastern and Mandarin Airlines fly direct from Taipei to Nanking / Nanjing.
As of June 2026, there are 16 flights per week flying from Taipei to Nanking / Nanjing.
The cheapest month to fly from Taipei to Nanking / Nanjing is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Taipei to Nanking / Nanjing Airport on Tuesday, 1 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 10 minutes.
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.
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.

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

  • Taipei's main base, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG).

  • The average duration of a direct Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport flight is 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • Taipei and Nanjing (where Nanjing Lukou International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch on arrival.

  • You can pick from 6 direct flights each week between Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG). This is the busiest route, with China Eastern Airlines offering a 10:50am departure from TPE to NKG.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Taipei to NKG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.

  • Travelling over a peak time such as February? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Taipei

Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

  • Get to your destination in one go from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). Direct flights from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) operate from here.

  • When jetting out of TPE, you can take a direct flight from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport with China Eastern Airlines.

  • The preferred airline for passengers flying between TPE and NKG is China Eastern.

  • With a dependable 80.88% of services arriving on schedule, China Eastern is the top on-time carrier serving this route.

  • Located around 40 kilometres from central Taipei, TPE can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport:

  • 73% of flights taking off from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport land at their destination on schedule.

Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)

  • You can reach TSA from the centre of Taipei in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to cover the 6 kilometres or so.

  • Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Taipei Songshan Airport the day before your Taipei to NKG flight:

  • Most flights that leave Taipei Songshan Airport get to their destination right on cue. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 92%.

About Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)

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

  • Nanjing Lukou International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Nanjing. It takes around 45 minutes or so to get to the city by car.

  • Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

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

  • At the moment, $255 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $449. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Taipei to NKG if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.

  • If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport ticket.

  • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Taipei to NKG is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.

  • Uncover a great deal on a flight from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

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

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG), while February is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Nanjing based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in a Taipei to NKG plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Nanjing to range from 22ºC to 34ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC and 11ºC.

More about Nanjing

  • Start your Nanjing trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Your visit to Nanjing won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions worth exploring include Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

Explore more of China

  • You've seen Nanjing, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Travel about 257 kilometres east to Shanghai to tick off its popular sights. From Shanghai Museum to Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If there's time to check out another major stop in China, consider Suzhou, about 177 kilometres east of Nanjing. Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road are key reasons to visit.

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