Cheap Flights to Ningbo

Popular in	July	High demand for flights, 170% potential price rise
Cheapest in	May	Best time to find cheap flights, 19% potential price drop
Average price	£579	Average for round-trip flights in November 2020
Round-trip from	£5,143	From London to Ningbo

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.

Are there currently restrictions on travel to Ningbo related to COVID-19?

Yes, there are currently restrictions on flights to Ningbo along with the rest of China. Before you book or search for flights, consider the following restrictions: China has restricted entry and transit to all travelers except Chinese nationals, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan passport holders, and travelers with diplomatic, service, courtesy or C visas, or visas issued after March 28, 2020. Travelers arriving at PEK will be given a PCR test and quarantined for 14 days at a designated location in Beijing. Travelers arriving at Shanghai Pudong (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) must undergo Nucleic Acid Testing (NAT) and a 14-day quarantine in designated places for medical observation. Airline crew with a layover at the above airports must undergo NAT inside the passenger terminal, then self-isolate at their hotel temporarily before acquiring the NAT results. Airline crew arriving at the above airports will be quarantined after their last shift, and must self-isolate in crew hotels during shift breaks. Travelers arriving at Guangzhou (CAN) or Shenzhen (SZX) who live in or have been in France, Germany, Iran, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Spain, or the United States in the past 14 days must undergo 14-day quarantine at home or in designated places for medical observation. All passengers arriving at SZX will have a PCR test. Travelers arriving at XMN will be quarantined for medical observation at designated hotels for 14 days at their own expense. This does not apply to travelers under 18 years old or above 70 years old, pregnant women, and travelers suffering from illness, who must apply for permission to undergo a 14-day quarantine at home.. If you are looking to book a trip to Ningbo and are outside of the restricted areas, please take the proper precautions and stay informed about travelling during COVID-19.

When is the best time to fly to Ningbo?

The subtropical climate of Ningbo means that temperatures remain fairly warm throughout the year, making the city an all year destination. It is advisable to avoid the months of July, August and September as temperatures can become very hot at this time and typhoons can sometimes occur during these months.

Many people choose to visit Ningbo in May, as it is during this month that the annual Waxberry Festival is held in Henghe Town. This celebration gives visitors the opportunity of sampling delicious waxberry wine. If you are looking to catch a cheap flight to the city of Ningbo, the best times to fly are either during November or January, as these months are the low season for tourists.

Which day is cheapest to fly to Ningbo?

The cheapest day to fly to Ningbo is usually Monday. At the moment, Thursday is the most expensive.

What time of day is cheapest to fly to Ningbo?

At the moment, flights in the morning are likely to offer the best value for money for your Ningbo trip. A flight in the evening will more often than not be of higher cost.

Ningbo overview

Located in the Zhejiang province in the east of China, Ningbo is one of the most popular destinations in the country for overseas tourists. The city enjoys a prime location on the East China Sea coast and is close to the mountain ranges of Siming and Tiantai. These mountain ranges offer some truly breath-taking scenic vistas and the people who live in the villages which lie in the foothills are always friendly and welcoming. Situated in the outlying area of Nanxi Village, the Nanxi Hot Spring is a popular attraction with visitors to Ningbo, due to its relaxing warm waters and the peaceful mountains and forests which surround it.

Within the vast area of the city itself, there are plenty of attractions to suit all tastes. Ningbo Youngor Zoo is home to over 10,000 animals and is set in magnificent surroundings. Animal lovers will also enjoy Ningbo Ocean World, one of the largest aquarium attractions in the country. As with many of the major cities in China, Ningbo has a rich history and there are a number of historic sites located both in the city and the surrounding area. The ancient temples of Baoguo and Ayuwang are a short journey away from the city centre and offer wonderfully peaceful retreats from the hustle and bustle of the central area of Ningbo.

Getting around Ningbo

Buses are fairly inexpensive in Ningbo and you can choose to pay extra for vehicles with air conditioning. Be aware that if you travel by bus you need to know the route as the stops are not announced in English. Ningbo also has a metro system in operation which connects various areas of the city.

Getting from the Airport to the City

The city is served by Ningbo Lishe Airport (NGB), which lies approximately 7 miles (11 km) from the centre of Ningbo. A shuttle bus service runs between the airport and the city on an hourly basis and takes roughly 20 minutes to complete its journey. There is also a large selection of taxis available at the airport terminal. Car hire is also an option, with rental firms located in the main hall.