Are direct flights from London to Nanjing always the best option?

Direct flights are usually more convenient as they reduce travel time and the risk of missed connections. However, flights with layovers can sometimes be more economical. Weigh the trade-off between convenience and potential cost savings.

Can flexible travel dates help on London to Nanjing flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Prices can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or time of year. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in better fares.

What extra costs should I check before booking London to Nanjing flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Also, consider the cost of transportation to and from the airports. These additional expenses can impact the overall travel budget.

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2026-11-30 – 2026-12-06
LON - Nanjing
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£675
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London to Nanjing: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Nanjing

For travelers looking for cheap flights from London to Nanjing, September stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $681. Other cost-effective options include February, where the median fare is $766, and January, with a median fare of $832. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings on your journey.

Fares for flights from London to Nanjing typically range from $956 to $1630, with a median price of $1205. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 3% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging. New deals show up several times a week, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

Regarding direct flights from London to Nanjing, most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should expect to make multiple stops on your journey.

A typical journey from London to Nanjing takes approximately 25h 45m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, with a median of 2 stopovers. Travelers should factor in this considerable travel time when planning their trip.

The distance between London and Nanjing is approximately 9034 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul flight. This significant distance contributes to the extended journey times and the typical fare range.

How much is a round trip from London to Nanjing

Regular price: £592 - £1,083

Prices for flights from London to Nanjing are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Nanjing is typically between 592 GBP and 1083 GBP. The current lowest deal is 431 GBP with Hainan Airlines for travel from Nov 30-Dec 6.

now £431

Low £592

High £1,083

The cheapest time to fly from London to Nanjing

The cheapest month to fly from London to Nanjing is September, with a median price of $681. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1251. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from £681

July

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,251

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Dec

Direct flights from London to Nanjing

Air China

Hainan Airlines

China Southern Airlines

Shenzhen Airlines

Last-minute flights going from London to Nanjing

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Nanjing

London (LHR) - Nanjing (NKG)

Shenzhen Airlines

£692

£558

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Nanjing

London (LHR) - Nanjing (NKG)

Shenzhen Airlines

£767

£625

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Nanjing

London (LHR) - Nanjing (NKG)

Shenzhen Airlines

£712

£625

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Nanjing

London (LHR) - Nanjing (NKG)

Shenzhen Airlines

£740

£625

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Nanjing

London (LHR) - Nanjing (NKG)

Shenzhen Airlines

£706

£625

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Nanjing

London (LHR) - Nanjing (NKG)

Shenzhen Airlines

£681

£625

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Nanjing

4 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 8

£857 → £473

45%

6 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 10

£821 → £441

46%

6 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 8

£819 → £442

46%

3 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 10

£858 → £546

36%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Nanjing

London - Nanjing route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for London to Nanjing are above the typical level, with 3% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest at $681

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from London to Nanjing, with a median price of $681.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 25h 45m

Flights from London to Nanjing typically involve connections, with an average duration of 25h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Hainan Airlines has a deal for $431

Hainan Airlines offers a deal for $431 from London Heathrow to Nanjing Lukou International.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from London to Nanjing appear regularly, so check often for good prices.

London main airports to depart from

Heathrow (LHR)

Cheapest

Heathrow Airport is a convenient option for flights from London to Nanjing, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~23 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£423

Nanjing main airports to arrive at

Nanjing Lukou International (NKG)

Cheapest

Nanjing Lukou International Airport is a convenient arrival airport for flights from London to Nanjing.

📍 ~36 km from Nanjing (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£413

Airports nearby Nanjing used as alternative

Sunan Shuofang International (WUX)

Sunan Shuofang International is a significant regional hub with diverse cabin options, making it a strong alternative.

📍 ~160 km from Nanjing (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£481

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Best Elite deals to Nanjing

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From LHR

Elite

Nov 11

Nanjing, China

94% AI deal score

$5,421

$2,958

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Hainan Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

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Oct 28

Nanjing, China

94% AI deal score

$6,127

$3,246

Save $2,881

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Business Class

From LHR

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Nov 30

Nanjing, China

93% AI deal score

$5,397

$3,034

Save $2,363

Hainan Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Nov 13

Nanjing, China

92% AI deal score

$5,490

$3,512

Save $1,978

Hainan Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Nov 11

Nanjing, China

92% AI deal score

$5,423

$3,518

Save $1,905

Hainan Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Nov 13

Nanjing, China

92% AI deal score

$5,417

$3,527

Save $1,890

Hainan Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Nov 13

Nanjing, China

92% AI deal score

$5,423

$3,527

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Hainan Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Nov 18

Nanjing, China

92% AI deal score

$5,443

$3,534

Save $1,909

Hainan Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Nov 18

Nanjing, China

92% AI deal score

$5,443

$3,534

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Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Nov 18

Nanjing, China

92% AI deal score

$5,439

$3,534

Save $1,905

Hainan Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Nov 18

Nanjing, China

92% AI deal score

$5,435

$3,534

Save $1,901

Hainan Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Nov 25

Nanjing, China

92% AI deal score

$5,555

$3,584

Save $1,971

Hainan Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nanjing

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across various airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear. Monitoring price trends can help you decide the optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes offer more flight options or different price points. While it may add to travel time, it could potentially lead to savings. Always factor in ground transportation costs and convenience.

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London to Nanjing: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Nanjing

How much is a round trip from London to Nanjing

Regular price: £592 - £1,083

Prices for flights from London to Nanjing are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Nanjing is typically between 592 GBP and 1083 GBP. The current lowest deal is 431 GBP with Hainan Airlines for travel from Nov 30-Dec 6.

now £431

Low £592

High £1,083

The cheapest time to fly from London to Nanjing

September

Cheapest

Flights from £681

July

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,251

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Dec

Direct flights from London to Nanjing

Air China

Hainan Airlines

China Southern Airlines

Shenzhen Airlines

Last-minute flights going from London to Nanjing

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Nanjing

London (LHR) - Nanjing (NKG)

Shenzhen Airlines

£692

£558

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Nanjing

London (LHR) - Nanjing (NKG)

Shenzhen Airlines

£767

£625

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Nanjing

London (LHR) - Nanjing (NKG)

Shenzhen Airlines

£712

£625

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Nanjing

London (LHR) - Nanjing (NKG)

Shenzhen Airlines

£740

£625

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Nanjing

London (LHR) - Nanjing (NKG)

Shenzhen Airlines

£706

£625

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Nanjing

London (LHR) - Nanjing (NKG)

Shenzhen Airlines

£681

£625

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Nanjing

4 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 8

£857 → £473

45%

6 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 10

£821 → £441

46%

6 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 8

£819 → £442

46%

3 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 10

£858 → £546

36%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Nanjing

London - Nanjing route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for London to Nanjing are above the typical level, with 3% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest at $681

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from London to Nanjing, with a median price of $681.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 25h 45m

Flights from London to Nanjing typically involve connections, with an average duration of 25h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Hainan Airlines has a deal for $431

Hainan Airlines offers a deal for $431 from London Heathrow to Nanjing Lukou International.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from London to Nanjing appear regularly, so check often for good prices.

London main airports to depart from

Heathrow (LHR)

Cheapest

Heathrow Airport is a convenient option for flights from London to Nanjing, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~23 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£423

Nanjing main airports to arrive at

Nanjing Lukou International (NKG)

Cheapest

Nanjing Lukou International Airport is a convenient arrival airport for flights from London to Nanjing.

📍 ~36 km from Nanjing (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£413

Airports nearby Nanjing used as alternative

Sunan Shuofang International (WUX)

Sunan Shuofang International is a significant regional hub with diverse cabin options, making it a strong alternative.

Nanjing, China

92% AI deal score

$5,555

$3,584

Save $1,971

Hainan Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nanjing

Cheap Flights from London to Nanjing

Today’s best flight deals from London to Nanjing

London to Nanjing: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Nanjing

How much is a round trip from London to Nanjing

The cheapest time to fly from London to Nanjing

Direct flights from London to Nanjing

Last-minute flights going from London to Nanjing

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Nanjing

Popular Airports to fly from London to Nanjing

London - Nanjing route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

September is historically cheapest at $681

Connecting flights average 25h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

Hainan Airlines has a deal for $431

Deals appear regularly

London main airports to depart from

Nanjing main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Nanjing used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nanjing

Best Elite deals to Nanjing

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Oct 28

Nov 30

Nov 13

Nov 11

Nov 13

Nov 13

Nov 18

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nanjing

How can I find cheap flights from London to Nanjing?

When should I book flights from London to Nanjing?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from London to Nanjing?

Are direct flights from London to Nanjing always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on London to Nanjing flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking London to Nanjing flights?

Related routes

More routes from London

Flights to Nanjing from other cities

London to Nanjing: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Nanjing

How much is a round trip from London to Nanjing

The cheapest time to fly from London to Nanjing

Direct flights from London to Nanjing

Last-minute flights going from London to Nanjing

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Nanjing

Popular Airports to fly from London to Nanjing

London - Nanjing route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

September is historically cheapest at $681

Connecting flights average 25h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

Hainan Airlines has a deal for $431

Deals appear regularly

London main airports to depart from

Nanjing main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Nanjing used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nanjing

Best Elite deals to Nanjing

Nov 11

Oct 28

Nov 30

Nov 13

Nov 11

Nov 13

Nov 13

Nov 18

Nov 18

Nov 18

Nov 18

Nov 25

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nanjing

How can I find cheap flights from London to Nanjing?

When should I book flights from London to Nanjing?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from London to Nanjing?