Flights from Shanghai to Nanjing Starting at £32

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FAQ

When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Nanjing (NKG) the cheapest?

Airlines adjust prices for flights from Shanghai to Nanjing based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the cheapest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
How long is the flight from Shanghai (SHA) to Nanjing (NKG)?

It takes about 1 hour 8 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Nanjing (NKG).
What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Nanjing?
- The distance from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to downtown is about 35km, by taxi about 50 minutes.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Nanjing (NKG)?

Airlines with flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Nanjing (NKG): KLM, China Eastern Airlines, Air France and Qantas Airways.
What's the most popular airline for direct flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Nanjing (NKG)?

China Eastern Airlines operates 1 direct flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Nanjing (NKG).
How many airports in Nanjing (NKG)?

There are 1 airport(s) in Nanjing (NKG): Nanjing Lukou International Airport.

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Flight Information from Shanghai to Nanjing

Cheapest one-way flight price	£31
Cheapest return ticket price	£61
Off-season travel month	December
Peak season for travel	June
Flight distance	248.15km
Average flight time	1 hour 8 minutes
Popular airline	Sichuan Airlines