Travelling from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG): what you need to know
When organising a flight from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG), you'll have your pick of airports to leave from. Consider London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Nanjing is 8 hours ahead of London. Nanjing Lukou International Airport is located in Nanjing, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Your flight from London to NKG won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from London to NKG. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
LHR is approximately 31 kilometres from the centre of London. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Want a handy hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from London Gatwick Airport:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Changsha Huanghua Airport (CSX)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
You can arrive at LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to NKG:
About Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near NKG:
Getting from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to central Nanjing
Nanjing Lukou International Airport to the centre of Nanjing is about 39 minutes in a car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
311 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport. Return flights start from 563 €. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from London to NKG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Use the 'Whole month' search tool and compare the prices of tickets from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport across each month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, so you can quickly pick a flight your budget will love.
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The best time to fly from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
April is the quietest time to fly to Nanjing. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in June. This is the busiest month for flights from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Nanjing. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from London to NKG sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap flights from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Nanjing
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Nanjing right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport:
Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum and Nanjing City Wall are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Nanjing itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Complete your Nanjing trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from London to Nanjing Lukou International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Nanjing. Check out the offers and instantly compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.
