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Flight Information from Shanghai to Nanjing

Cheapest one-way flight price £51
Cheapest return ticket price £92
Off-season travel month June
Peak season for travel May
Flight distance 248.15km
Average flight time 1 hour 10 minutes
Popular airline China Eastern Airlines

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Displayed prices are calculated based on the cheapest average weekly prices of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

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 10 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Nanjing (NKG).

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Nanjing (NKG)?

    Airlines with flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Nanjing (NKG): KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Qantas Airways and Air France.

  • How many airports in Nanjing (NKG)?

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

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Simply tap "Date" on the flight search bar to browse through the calendar and check out airfare from Shanghai to Nanjing over the next 6 months in 2025. If you're planning to fly within the next three months, it looks like the most affordable option is on Wed, Jul 9, with one-way flights priced at just £51.
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