Haikou (Meilan) to Nanjing (HAK–NKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
HAK–NKG is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, 9 Air and Hainan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 968 miles in approximately 2h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 58 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 21 | 320, 321 | 2h30-2h40 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| AQ 9 Air | 7 | 738 | 2h40 | – | – | – |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 7 | 32N | 2h35 | – | – | – |
| JD Capital Airlines | 7 | 32A | 2h35 | – | – | – |
| QW Qingdao Airlines | 7 | 321 | 2h40 | – | – | – |
| HO Juneyao Air | 4 | 320 | 2h45 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nanjing from Haikou (Meilan)
| Metric | HAK→NKG | ZHA→NKG | SYX→NKG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HAK | – | 107 mi | 132 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 1 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 53 | 14 | 62 |
| Flight time | 2h 30m | 2h 22m | 3h |
Travel Essentials
HAK: CST · NKG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Haikou (Meilan), it's 6:00 PM in Nanjing.
Haikou Metro Line 1 connects Meilan International Airport to the city centre in 30–40 minutes for CNY 6–10. The metro runs from roughly 06:30 to 22:30. Airport shuttle buses depart from the central bus station (CNY 15–20). The airport is located about 25 km east of downtown Haikou.DiDi and taxis from the city centre cost CNY 50–90 depending on traffic. Driving via the Haikou Ring Expressway takes 25–40 minutes. Parking is available in the terminal complex.
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.
HAK–NKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HAK to NKG
Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) and Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) are connected by nonstop service from 9 Air, China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Air, Hainan Airlines, Capital Airlines and Qingdao Airlines. With 53 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
HAK to NKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HAK to NKG ranges from 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 968 miles (1,557 km). There are approximately 53 weekly flights outbound and 60 return, totaling 113 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
58 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via XFN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Zhanjiang (ZHA), Sanya (Tianya) (SYX) and Beihai (BHY).