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$419+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Nanjing (NKG)

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SFO — NKG
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Sun 2/2
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The best prices from San Francisco to Nanjing Lukou Intl are usually found in September or January, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Nanjing

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Nanjing (NKG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$799
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$419
(Kiwi.com)

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December

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September

Average price

$1,118
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Nanjing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Nanjing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/94:22 pmSFO - NKG
2 stops28h 03mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/102:30 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops24h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$855
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 3/101:00 pmSFO - NKG
2 stops34h 15mChina Eastern
Thu 4/177:30 amNKG - SFO
1 stop16h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/20$857
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Mon 3/106:00 pmSFO - NKG
2 stops25h 30mChina Southern
Thu 4/101:45 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops21h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 1/21$898
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/104:40 pmSFO - NKG
2 stops29h 00mAir China
Fri 4/118:45 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop28h 45mAir China
Deal found 1/21$979
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/1111:30 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop22h 20mAsiana Airlines
Wed 2/192:50 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop15h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,030
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Mon 3/1010:40 amSFO - NKG
1 stop38h 05mSingapore Airlines
Fri 4/115:05 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop31h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,098
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 5/61:15 amSFO - NKG
1 stop29h 50mCathay Pacific
Wed 5/218:00 amNKG - SFO
1 stop18h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/21$1,489
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/187:00 amSFO - NKG
2 stops37h 50mKorean Air
Wed 7/912:55 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop37h 05mKorean Air
Deal found 1/21$2,204
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1211:40 amSFO - NKG
2 stops43h 40mAir Canada
Sun 7/611:40 amNKG - SFO
2 stops37h 53mAir Canada
Deal found 1/21$2,598

Find flights from San Francisco to Nanjing within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Nanjing 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 January 21, 2025.

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San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Sun 3/9

4:22 pm-11:25 am

2 stops28h 03m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 4/10

2:30 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops24h 14m

$855

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

1:00 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops34h 15m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 4/17

7:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop16h 35m

$857

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

6:00 pm-10:30 am

2 stops25h 30m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 4/10

1:45 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops21h 45m

$898

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

4:40 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops29h 00m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Fri 4/11

8:45 pm-10:30 am

1 stop28h 45m

$979

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Tue 2/11

11:30 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 2/19

2:50 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$1,030

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

10:40 am-3:45 pm

1 stop38h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Fri 4/11

5:05 pm-9:40 am

1 stop31h 35m

$1,098

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

1:15 am-10:05 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 5/21

8:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop18h 25m

$1,489

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Wed 6/18

7:00 am-11:50 am

2 stops37h 50m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 7/9

12:55 pm-11:00 am

1 stop37h 05m

$2,204

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Thu 6/12

11:40 am-10:20 pm

2 stops43h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 7/6

11:40 am-10:33 am

2 stops37h 53m

$2,598

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

Sun 3/9

3:30 pm-8:50 am

2 stops50h 20m

$451

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Nanjing

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Nanjing in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Nanjing flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Nanjing flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Nanjing flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Nanjing flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Nanjing flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Nanjing

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Nanjing

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Nanjing including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Nanjing?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Nanjing. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 28 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Nanjing. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nanjing (average of $1,042). Flying from San Francisco to Nanjing in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,920). 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 SFO to NKG?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Nanjing. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Nanjing in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Nanjing by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nanjing ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Nanjing when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Nanjing by month

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

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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nanjing

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nanjing. 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 Nanjing. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
466 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

China Southern
7.4
Good
86 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Nanjing. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Nanjing round-trip?

    According to our current data, China Southern ($799), China Eastern ($855), and Air China ($870) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Nanjing. China Southern is priced at 43% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $457 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from China Southern. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and ANA, with prices starting from $825 and $17,122, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Nanjing?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Nanjing 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 San Francisco to Nanjing?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nanjing (average of $1,042). Flying from San Francisco to Nanjing in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,920). 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 5 airlines flying from San Francisco to Nanjing

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Nanjing. 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$899Average$1,814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$936Average$1,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$950Average$1,272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$997Average$1,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,349Average$1,790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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