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Find cheap flights to Nanjing in 2026/2027 from R12,689 This is the cheapest return flight found to Nanjing from South Africa on FlightsFinder on January 28th 2026 at 20:47. This offer may no longer be available. Click the offer to check live prices & dates of travel.
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These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from South Africa to Nanjing in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
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According to our data, March is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Nanjing.
You can get flights from R12,689 return.
According to our data, January is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Nanjing.
A return flight could set you back more than R15,941.
Nanjing, a city steeped in history and cultural richness, stands as a mesmerising blend of ancient heritage and modern vitality. Serving as the capital of several dynasties in the past, Nanjing exudes an enigmatic charm with its well-preserved architectural marvels, serene lakes, and lush gardens. The Nanjing City Wall, a testimony to its glorious past, offers panoramic vistas of a city that has embraced progress while holding onto its traditional essence. Known for its distinctive cuisine, vibrant markets, and warm hospitality, Nanjing beckons visitors to immerse themselves in its captivating stories and immerse in a tapestry of old-world charm and contemporary allure.
A good price for a flight to Nanjing is R11420 - R13958.
Some popular airports near Nanjing include Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) and Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX).
The flight to Nanjing (NKG) is roughly 16 hours 27 minutes and 7,178 miles (11,552 kilometres) from Johannesburg, South Africa - O.R. Tambo Internationall Airport (JNB).
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We have currently found no direct flights to Nanjing.
Here is the average weather forecast in Nanjing by month:
• Jan: 7°C
• Feb: 10°C
• Mar: 14°C
• Apr: 21°C
• May: 26°C
• Jun: 29°C
• Jul: 32°C
• Aug: 32°C
• Sep: 28°C
• Oct: 23°C
• Nov: 16°C
• Dec: 10°C
The main airport in Nanjing, Lukou International Airport, is located approximately 40 kilometers southwest of the city centre.
Typically, flights are cheapest to Nanjing 2 months before departure.
Studies show flights to Nanjing are typically cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
8.7 °C
Thu, 29 Jan 2026
Average Temperature
7°C
Jan
10°C
Feb
14°C
Mar
21°C
Apr
26°C
May
29°C
Jun
32°C
Jul
32°C
Aug
28°C
Sep
23°C
Oct
16°C
Nov
10°C
Dec
Johannesburg, South Africa - O.R. Tambo Internationall Airport (JNB) to Nanjing (NKG)
Distance:
7,178 miles (11,552 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 27 minutes)
Cape Town, South Africa - Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Nanjing (NKG)
Distance:
7,932 miles (12,766 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 18 hours 7 minutes)
Durban, South Africa - King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR) to Nanjing (NKG)
Distance:
7,141 miles (11,492 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 22 minutes)
George, South Africa - George Airport (GRJ) to Nanjing (NKG)
Distance:
7,735 miles (12,449 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 17 hours 41 minutes)
Lanseria, South Africa - Lanseria International Airport (HLA) to Nanjing (NKG)
Distance:
7,189 miles (11,569 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 28 minutes)
Port Elizabeth, South Africa - Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) to Nanjing (NKG)
Distance:
7,566 miles (12,177 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 17 hours 18 minutes)
Bloemfontein, South Africa - Bloemfontein International Airport (BFN) to Nanjing (NKG)
Distance:
7,379 miles (11,875 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 53 minutes)
East London, South Africa - King Phalo Airport (ELS) to Nanjing (NKG)
Distance:
7,423 miles (11,947 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 59 minutes)
Hoedspruit, South Africa - AFB Airport (HDS) to Nanjing (NKG)
Distance:
6,965 miles (11,209 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 15 hours 58 minutes)
Kimberley, South Africa - Kimberley Airport (KIM) to Nanjing (NKG)
Distance:
7,452 miles (11,994 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 17 hours 3 minutes)
Nelspruit, South Africa - Kruger Mpumalanga Intl Airport (MQP) to Nanjing (NKG)
Distance:
6,997 miles (11,261 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 2 minutes)
Phalaborwa, South Africa - Hendrik van Eck Airport (PHW) to Nanjing (NKG)
Distance:
6,944 miles (11,176 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 15 hours 55 minutes)
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa - Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) to Nanjing (NKG)
Distance:
7,180 miles (11,554 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 27 minutes)
Polokwane, South Africa - Polokwane International Airport (PTG) to Nanjing (NKG)
Distance:
7,034 miles (11,320 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 7 minutes)
Richards Bay, South Africa - Richards Bay Airport (RCB) to Nanjing (NKG)
Distance:
7,060 miles (11,362 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 11 minutes)
Upington, South Africa - Upington Airport (UTN) to Nanjing (NKG)
Distance:
7,630 miles (12,280 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 17 hours 27 minutes)
Umtata, South Africa - K.D. Matanzima Airport (UTT) to Nanjing (NKG)
Distance:
7,332 miles (11,800 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 47 minutes)
From Johannesburg (JNB), South Africa to Nanjing, China (NKG): R12,689
Depart: 08 Mar 2026 · Return: 21 Mar 2026 Price found 28 Jan 2026, 20:47
From Cape Town (CPT), South Africa to Nanjing, China (NKG): R14,694
Depart: 01 Aug 2026 · Return: 15 Aug 2026 Price found 25 Jan 2026, 14:08
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