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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Seoul to Nanking / Nanjing Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,616. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Nanjing.R 1,671 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Jun.One-way flight with Jeju Air.Outbound indirect flight with Jeju Air, departs from Gimpo International on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,671, select.
Nanjing.R 1,915 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr.One-way flight with Air Busan.Outbound indirect flight with Air Busan, departs from Gimpo International on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,915, select.
Nanjing.R 1,916 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May.One-way flight with Parata Air.Outbound indirect flight with Parata Air, departs from Gimpo International on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,916, select.
Nanjing.R 2,363 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 May.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Asiana Airlines departs from Incheon International on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,363, select.
Nanjing.R 2,370 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Asiana Airlines departs from Incheon International on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,370, select.
Nanjing.R 2,376 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Asiana Airlines departs from Incheon International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,376, select.
Nanjing.R 2,428 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Incheon International on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,428, select.
Nanjing.R 2,524 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Jul.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Incheon International on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,524, select.
Nanjing.R 2,538 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Asiana Airlines departs from Incheon International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,538, select.
Nanjing.R 2,551 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Incheon International on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,551, select.
Nanjing.R 2,818 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Dec.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Incheon International on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,818, select.
Nanjing.R 2,822 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Incheon International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,822, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Seoul to Nanking / Nanjing flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from R 1,915
May
from R 1,916
Jun
from R 1,671
Jul
from R 2,524
Aug
from R 2,376
Sep
from R 2,428
Oct
from R 2,538
Nov
from R 2,822
Dec
from R 2,818
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Direct flights from Seoul to Nanking / Nanjing

Seoul to Nanking / Nanjing: Alternative routes

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

Nanking / Nanjing

36km from central Nanjing
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Seoul to Nanjing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,671
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 16 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week48

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Seoul to Nanking / Nanjing is R 3,616. 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.
2 hours and 16 minutes is the average flight time from Seoul to Nanking / Nanjing.
China Eastern, Korean Air and Asiana Airlines fly direct from Seoul to Nanking / Nanjing.
As of April 2026, there are 96 flights per week flying from Seoul to Nanking / Nanjing.
The cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Nanking / Nanjing is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Seoul to Nanking / Nanjing Airport on Sunday, 24 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 16 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Nanking / Nanjing is China Eastern .

Travelling from Seoul to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG): What you need to know

  • Seoul's main base, Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Seoul to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG).

  • 2 hours 15 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Seoul to Nanjing Lukou International Airport flight.

  • Nanjing Lukou International Airport is located in Nanjing. The city is in the UTC+8 timezone and is one hour behind Seoul.

  • With 22 direct flights a week between the two airports, Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) is the busiest route. Korean Air operates the earliest flight at 10:30am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from ICN to NKG is with China Eastern Airlines at 8:50pm.

  • Your flight from Seoul to NKG won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.

Airports in Seoul

Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • You can book a direct flight from Seoul to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) leaving from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN).

  • At ICN, you can choose from various airlines operating direct flights from Seoul to Nanjing Lukou International Airport, such as:

  • China Eastern is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from ICN to NKG.

  • Among carriers operating on this route, China Eastern leads the way for on-time arrivals.

  • ICN is about 48 kilometres from central Seoul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Seoul Incheon International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seoul to Nanjing Lukou International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

  • Of the departures from Seoul Incheon International Airport, 74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

  • Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Seoul to Nanjing Lukou International Airport, check out these options when setting off from Seoul Gimpo International Airport:

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Kansai International Airport (KIX)

    • Jeju International Airport (CJU)

  • You can get to GMP from the centre of Seoul in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.

  • Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Seoul Gimpo International Airport the day before your Seoul to NKG flight:

  • Seoul Gimpo International Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 80% of flights departing here keep to their planned arrival schedule.

About Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)

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

  • Central Nanjing is around 32 kilometres from Nanjing Lukou International Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.

  • Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour.

How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)

  • Right now, R 1,671 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Nanjing Lukou International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,616. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Seoul to NKG, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • Affordable Seoul to Nanjing Lukou International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal is available on plane tickets from Seoul to NKG.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from Seoul to Nanjing Lukou International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Seoul to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)

  • It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Seoul to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG). February is when most people visit Nanjing. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in December.

  • The warmest month in Nanjing is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Seoul to NKG plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Seoul to Nanjing Lukou International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).

More about Nanjing

  • Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Nanjing Lukou International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Nanjing:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall are top sights which should be on any well-planned Nanjing itinerary.

Explore more of China

  • Nanjing will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres east of Nanjing, a trip to Shanghai will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.

  • Suzhou is another favourite destination in China and is around 177 kilometres east of Nanjing. No trip is complete without dropping by Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road.

Plan the rest of your trip from Seoul to Nanjing

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