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Nanjing.334 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Tue, 16 Sep.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 334 €, select.
Nanjing.375 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun, returning Sun, 15 Jun.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 375 €, select.
Nanjing.376 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 376 €, select.
Nanjing.377 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug, returning Tue, 12 Aug.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 377 €, select.
Nanjing.377 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul, returning Thu, 14 Aug.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 377 €, select.
Nanjing.398 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Oct, returning Mon, 20 Oct.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 398 €, select.
Nanjing.398 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Oct, returning Fri, 7 Nov.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 398 €, select.
Nanjing.398 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun, returning Sat, 1 Nov.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 398 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Nanking / Nanjing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Nanking / Nanjing flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from 375 €
Jul
from 452 €
Aug
from 377 €
Sep
from 334 €
Oct
from 398 €
Nov
from 423 €
Dec
from 565 €
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Feb
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Direct flights from Sydney to Nanking / Nanjing

Sydney to Nanking / Nanjing: Alternative routes

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

Sydney to Nanjing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found334 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time11 hrs, 18 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week10

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Nanking / Nanjing is 334 €. 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.
11 hours and 18 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Nanking / Nanjing.
China Eastern, LATAM Airlines and Qantas fly direct from Sydney to Nanking / Nanjing.
As of June 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Sydney to Nanking / Nanjing.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Nanking / Nanjing is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport on Tuesday, 2 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 18 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.
Currently, Scoot and Qantas offer the cheapest flight tickets to Nanking / Nanjing.

Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nanjing Lukou International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 15 minutes.

  • Nanjing's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Nanjing three hours behind Sydney.

  • Take your pick of 17 weekly Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nanjing Lukou International Airport flights. The 12:00 departure with China Eastern Airlines is the earliest you can take. China Eastern Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 13:00.

  • Your SYD to NKG flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • Getting to Nanjing (and then discovering more of China!) is a snap with China Eastern Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nanjing Lukou International Airport.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is China Eastern Airlines.

  • Among carriers operating SYD to NKG flights, China Eastern Airlines has the best track record for timely arrivals.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nanjing Lukou International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SYD and NKG:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

    • Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)

  • 192 € is currently the best price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nanjing Lukou International Airport flight. Return flights start at 334 €. These fares can change depending on demand.

  • Book five months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SYD to NKG.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nanjing Lukou International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SYD to NKG by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nanjing Lukou International Airport.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • 69.62% of flights that take off from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport reach their destination on time.

  • Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Expect a trip time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.

  • Have an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nanjing Lukou International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SYD:

Arriving at Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)

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

  • NKG is located at Yingbin Rd.

  • Nanjing Lukou International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Nanjing. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.

When to fly to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nanjing Lukou International Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Nanjing based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • When reserving your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nanjing Lukou International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Nanjing, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to NKG in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

Explore more of China

  • Nanjing has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres east of Nanjing, a visit to Shanghai will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower.

  • If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in China, head for Wuhan, roughly 451 kilometres west of Nanjing. Yellow Crane Tower, East Lake and Hubei Provincial Museum are highlights.

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