Flying from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG). Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Kobe Airport (UKB) are the main airports in Osaka.
2 hours 50 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport flight.
Nanjing is one hour behind Osaka. Nanjing Lukou International Airport is located in Nanjing, which runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
The most popular route is from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG), with 26 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from KIX to NKG is the 2pm Shenzhen Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 9:20pm with Juneyao Airlines.
Your flight from Osaka to NKG won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Get to your destination in one go from Kansai International Airport (KIX). Nonstop flights from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) can be booked from here.
When leaving from KIX, you can catch a direct flight from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport with Juneyao Airlines.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between KIX and NKG is Juneyao Airlines.
Among carriers on this route, Shenzhen Airlines has the best record for on-time arrivals.
To reach KIX from central Osaka, it takes around 45 minutes to drive the 48 kilometres or so.
If you've booked an early flight from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy some extra shut-eye) at First Cabin Kansai Airport. Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport is another handy option near Kansai International Airport.
Of the flights that depart from Kansai International Airport, 67.95% land on schedule at their destination.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
Driving from central Osaka to ITM generally takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 16 kilometres.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Itami Airport the day before your Osaka to NKG flight:
Itami Airport has an on-time performance of 77.41%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive on schedule.
ITM is located at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Get straight to the good part and take a direct flight from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport leaving from Kobe Airport (UKB).
Get ready for takeoff with Juneyao Airlines. It offers direct Osaka to NKG plane tickets from UKB.
Most passengers prefer to book seats with Juneyao Airlines from UKB to NKG.
Is around UKB 40 kilometres from central Osaka. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Kobe Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport flight:
With 85.15% of its departing flights arriving as planned, UKB is a reliable starting point for your trip.
You'll find Kobe Airport at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
Reserve a hotel close to NKG if you have a late flight from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
NKG is located at Yingbin Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
At the moment, R 2,605 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,401. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Osaka to NKG, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Cheap Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
April is the quietest month for flights from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG), while June is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Nanjing based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book an Osaka to NKG plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Nanjing to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Nanjing
Once you've booked your flight from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nanjing:
There are plenty of things to do in Nanjing when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at Nanjing City Wall followed by Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Explore more of China
Nanjing has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres east of Nanjing, a visit to Shanghai will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like 外滩-观景平台, 外滩建筑群 and Shanghai Museum.
Suzhou is another favourite destination in China and is around 177 kilometres east of Nanjing. No trip is complete without a visit to Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road.
