Phuket to Nanjing (HKT–NKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Phuket to Nanjing
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1 Airlines 2,100 mi 4h 55m nonstop +1h ahead 19 1-stop hubs

HKT–NKG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,100 miles in approximately 4h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 19 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop HKT–NKG service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 0 SkyTeam
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for HKT to NKG.
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One-Stop Connections
19
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~43h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,138
Candidates
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Nanjing is 1 hour ahead of Phuket.
HKT: +07 · NKG: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Phuket, it's 7:00 PM in Nanjing.
Distance & Flight Time
2,100 mi / 3,379 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 55m.
Visa & Entry

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.

Getting from NKG

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.

Nanjing Climate

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.

HKT–NKG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Phuket to Nanjing route.
Route details
Distance2,100 mi / 3,379 km
Flight time4h 55m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections19 hubs
Origin: HKT
IATA / ICAOHKT / VTSP
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Passengers/yr17.2M
Elevation82 ft / 25 m
Destination: NKG
IATA / ICAONKG / ZSNJ
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr31.0M
Elevation49 ft / 15 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about HKT to NKG flights.
Nonstop flights from Phuket International Airport to Nanjing Lukou International Airport take approximately 4h 55m. The route covers 2,100 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CSX, KWE, XIY, TYN, ICN, BKK, CAN, CKG, PEK, PVG, KUL, HKG, TFU, KMG, MEL, SIN, TPE, CDG and SYD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nanjing is 1 hour ahead of Phuket.
Yes, return flights from NKG to HKT are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from HKT to NKG

Phuket International Airport (HKT) and Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines.

HKT to NKG Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from HKT to NKG ranges from 4 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,100 miles (3,379 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via CSX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.