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$394+ Cheap flights from Nanjing (NKG) to California

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NKG — LAX
Apr 6 — Apr 131
Sun 4/6
Sun 4/13
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$658
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$394
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$939
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Cheapest flights from Nanjing to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nanjing to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/121:55 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop21h 50mSichuan Airlines
Fri 10/1711:15 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop28h 15mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 3/30$609
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/108:55 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop38h 15mAir China
Thu 4/2411:25 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop19h 40mAir China
Deal found 3/30$658
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1312:55 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop17h 40mKorean Air
Sat 10/1811:50 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop21h 00mKorean Air
Deal found 3/30$737
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/610:30 amNKG - LAX
1 stop24h 30mXiamenAir
Tue 9/911:55 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop20h 30mXiamenAir
Deal found 3/31$746
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/102:50 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop16h 10mAsiana Airlines
Thu 11/2712:10 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop33h 30mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 3/30$777
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/145:05 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/131:15 pmLAX - NKG
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$831
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/72:50 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop15h 40mAsiana Airlines
Sat 11/811:30 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop22h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 3/30$868
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/218:15 amNKG - SFO
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/23:30 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$902
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/129:05 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops38h 25mChina Southern
Thu 10/1612:35 amSFO - NKG
2 stops27h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 3/30$915
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/148:00 amNKG - LAX
1 stop29h 05mCathay Pacific
Sat 5/1011:30 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop31h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/31$971
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/48:00 amNKG - SFO
1 stop18h 30mCathay Pacific
Wed 6/41:40 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop32h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/29$986
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/39:05 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop37h 35mChina Southern
Sat 9/1311:50 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop30h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 3/31$988

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Nanjing to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nanjing to California that are best for you.

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Nanjing

Fly to

California

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Depart

Return

Price

NanjingLos Angeles

NKG - LAX

NKGLAX

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 4/10

8:55 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop38h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/24

11:25 pm-10:05 am

1 stop19h 40m

$658

NanjingLos Angeles

NKG - LAX

NKGLAX

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 5/6

10:30 am-8:00 pm

1 stop24h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

11:55 pm-11:25 am

1 stop20h 30m

$746

NanjingLos Angeles

NKG - LAX

NKGLAX

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 9/10

2:50 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Los Angeles

Thu 11/27

12:10 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop33h 30m

$777

NanjingLos Angeles

NKG - LAX

NKGLAX

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 4/14

5:05 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/13

1:15 pm-10:05 am

2 stops29h 50m

$831

NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 9/7

2:50 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop15h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 11/8

11:30 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$868

NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 6/21

8:15 am-1:00 pm

1 stop19h 45m

San Francisco

Sat 8/2

3:30 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop39h 15m

$902

NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Fri 6/20

10:00 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop37h 40m

San Francisco

Thu 7/31

12:35 am-7:30 pm

2 stops27h 55m

$963

NanjingLos Angeles

NKG - LAX

NKGLAX

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 4/14

8:00 am-10:05 pm

1 stop29h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/10

11:30 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$971

NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 6/4

8:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop18h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 6/4

1:40 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop32h 20m

$986

NanjingLos Angeles

NKG - LAX

NKGLAX

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 5/3

9:05 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop37h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/8

11:50 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$988

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanjing to California (average of $246). Flying from Nanjing to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Nanjing to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 1, 2025.

When flying from Nanjing to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated April 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Nanjing to California, such as Korean Air, Asiana Airlines and Singapore Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
440 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
841 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Nanjing to California?

    If you book a flight to California from Nanjing, you will be flying from Lukou Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG) is located 22.6 mi from the center of Nanjing.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Nanjing to California one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Nanjing to California are Air China ($410), XiamenAir ($414), and Cathay Pacific ($440).

  • What are the most popular routes from Nanjing to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Nanjing to California are Nanjing Lukou Intl - San Francisco, Nanjing Lukou Intl - Los Angeles and Nanjing Lukou Intl - San Jose.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nanjing to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Nanjing to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Nanjing to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Nanjing to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Nanjing to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nanjing to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nanjing to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanjing to California (average of $246). Flying from Nanjing to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Nanjing to California

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Nanjing to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
XiamenAirCheapest$693Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
China SouthernCheapest$698Average$913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$813Average$1,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air ChinaCheapest$896Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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