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$435+ Cheap flights from Nanjing (NKG) to San Francisco (SFO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NKG — SFO
Nov 9 — Nov 161
1 adult
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nanjing (NKG) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 November 4, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Round-trip from

$4,442
(Cathay Pacific)

One-way from

$435
(Asiana Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Nanjing to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nanjing to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2024.

This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Sat 11/92:15 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop23h 00mCathay Pacific
Mon 1/1310:55 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop22h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/3$4,442
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/112:50 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop31h 30mAsiana Airlines
Tue 1/1411:45 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop22h 05mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 11/3$4,953
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/131:15 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops46h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1811:35 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$5,217
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/149:35 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops40h 05mChina Southern
Mon 1/1311:35 pmSFO - NKG
2 stops23h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 11/3$5,364
This business-class.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 business-class.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/128:35 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop29h 15mAir China
Wed 1/1512:05 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop18h 15mAir China
Deal found 11/3$5,541
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/147:25 amNKG - SFO
1 stop17h 35mChina Eastern
Thu 1/1612:00 pmSFO - NKG
2 stops29h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/3$5,729

Find flights from Nanjing to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Nanjing to San Francisco 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

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NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 12/8

2:50 pm-10:30 am

1 stop35h 40m

$435

NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 12/18

8:05 am-12:00 pm

2 stops19h 55m

$441

NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 1/7

10:20 pm-9:00 am

3 stops50h 40m

$648

NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 12/8

5:45 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops41h 55m

$740

NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 1/6

1:45 pm-9:30 am

1 stop35h 45m

$926

NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 12/8

8:35 am-12:35 pm

3 stops44h 00m

$1,361

NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 1/6

10:35 pm-9:50 am

2 stops51h 15m

$1,427

NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 1/11

12:30 am-4:26 pm

3 stops31h 56m

$1,815

NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 1/5

2:15 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$2,500

NanjingSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 11/14

2:15 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop23h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 1/13

10:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$4,442

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Nanjing to San Francisco in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*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 Nanjing-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Nanjing-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Nanjing-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Nanjing-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Nanjing-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Nanjing to San Francisco

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanjing to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Nanjing to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Nanjing to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Nanjing to San Francisco in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated November 4, 2024.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Asiana Airlines
8.4
Very good
482 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

China Southern
7.8
Good
137 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Cathay Pacific
7.7
Good
874 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Related info for your journey

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

  • Can I find flights from Nanjing to San Francisco for under $4,500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Nanjing to San Francisco for under $4,500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Cathay Pacific for just $4,442, but on average you can expect to pay $5,374.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Nanjing to San Francisco for under $4,500?

    There are currently 6+ open flights from Nanjing to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $4,500.

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

    Flying on Cathay Pacific is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $4,442. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Southern and Air China, with the lowest prices starting at $5,364 and $5,654, respectively.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Nanjing to San Francisco are Asiana Airlines ($435), China Eastern ($648), and China Southern ($740).

  • What does NKG to SFO mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a NKG to SFO flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nanjing to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Nanjing to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Nanjing to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Nanjing to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nanjing to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Nanjing to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Nanjing to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Nanjing to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Nanjing to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The Nanjing to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/3.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanjing to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Nanjing to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 3 airlines flying from Nanjing to San Francisco

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Nanjing to San Francisco. 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$888Average$1,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air ChinaCheapest$974Average$1,165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,322Average$1,329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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