How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Nanjing?

For as low as £436, Shenzhen Airlines can have you in Nanjing from United Kingdom in 17h 15m. There are 5610 mi between United Kingdom and Nanjing. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nanjing ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Nanjing when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nanjing, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to Nanjing?

The most popular route from United Kingdom to Nanjing is London Heathrow - Nanjing Lukou Intl. You may also consider London Gatwick - Nanjing Lukou Intl or London City - Nanjing Lukou Intl.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from United Kingdom to Nanjing?

The most popular airlines flying from United Kingdom to Nanjing are Air China, China Southern and Cathay Pacific. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from GB to NKG?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from United Kingdom to Nanjing as you normally would.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Nanjing from United Kingdom?

For a flight from United Kingdom to Nanjing, you will be flying into Lukou Intl. Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG) is just 22.6 mi from the center of the city.

Can I find deals for flights from United Kingdom to Nanjing that include hotel bookings?

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Kingdom to Nanjing?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Nanjing (average of £379). Flying from United Kingdom to Nanjing in December is currently the most expensive (average of £898). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Siva,Jan 2026

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A great airline to fly with. First leg from harbin to Shenzhen with A330. Flight is good but in flight meal compare to Shandong no match at all. Second leg from Shenzhen to Singapore with B737-8 slept whole flight, lunch is not so good luckily i had my breakfast + lunch at the shenzhen airport.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Nanjing from United Kingdom?
For a flight from United Kingdom to Nanjing, you will be flying into Lukou Intl. Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG) is just 22.6 mi from the center of the city.
How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Nanjing?
For as low as £436, Shenzhen Airlines can have you in Nanjing from United Kingdom in 17h 15m. There are 5610 mi between United Kingdom and Nanjing. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to Nanjing?
The most popular route from United Kingdom to Nanjing is London Heathrow - Nanjing Lukou Intl. You may also consider London Gatwick - Nanjing Lukou Intl or London City - Nanjing Lukou Intl.
Can I find deals for flights from United Kingdom to Nanjing that include hotel bookings?
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How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to Nanjing?
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Kingdom to Nanjing?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Nanjing (average of £379). Flying from United Kingdom to Nanjing in December is currently the most expensive (average of £898). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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