Bangkok to Nanjing (BKK–NKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BKK–NKG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines and Capital Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,695 miles in approximately 3h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 37 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 14 | 321, 32N | 3h50-4h | – | SkyTeam | – |
| JD Capital Airlines | 7 | 32A | 4h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
BKK: +07 · NKG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Bangkok, it's 7:00 PM in Nanjing.
Thai passport holders enter China visa-free for stays up to 30 days under a mutual visa exemption agreement that took effect March 1, 2026. No advance application is needed. The 30-day stay cannot be extended in country. Total time in China must not exceed 90 days within any 180-day period. This covers tourism and business visits only. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
Airport Rail Link (ARL) runs from Phaya Thai station to Suvarnabhumi in 30 minutes (฿45 City Line; ฿90–130 Express, though Express service is often suspended). Trains run 6am to midnight. Transfer at Makkasan for MRT or Phaya Thai for BTS Skytrain.Metered taxis cost ฿250–400 from central Bangkok plus expressway tolls (฿50–75); expect 40–90 minutes depending on traffic. Avoid non-metered taxis; insist on the meter. Ride-share apps (Grab) are widely used and typically cost ฿200–350.
The S9 metro line connects Lukou directly to Nanjing South Railway Station in 30 minutes (¥29). Trains depart every 20–30 minutes, making it the straightforward connection for onward high-speed rail.
Taxis to the city center cost ¥80–120 and take 40–60 minutes. Metered cabs are widely available at the designated rank outside arrivals. Airport buses serve major hotels and railway stations for ¥20–25.
Humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Summers (June–August) are hot and humid, regularly reaching 35–38°C with frequent thunderstorms that can cause delays. Winters (December–February) are cold (−3–7°C) with occasional freezing rain and light snow. Ice events are the main disruption risk.
Spring and autumn (March–May, September–November) are the most comfortable periods with mild temperatures of 15–25°C. Typhoon remnants occasionally bring heavy rain in late summer and early autumn.
BKK–NKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BKK to NKG
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) are connected by nonstop service from Capital Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
BKK to NKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BKK to NKG ranges from 3 hours 50 minutes to 4 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,695 miles (2,727 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 35 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
37 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via JJN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.