Harbin to Nanjing (HRB–NKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
HRB–NKG is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Air and Hainan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,038 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 40 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 7 | 32N | 3h10 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| HO Juneyao Air Also: MU | 7 | 320 | 3h05 | – | – | MU |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 7 | 73H | 3h | – | – | – |
| MF Xiamen Air Also: 3U | 7 | 738 | 3h05 | – | – | 3U |
| QW Qingdao Airlines | 7 | 320 | 2h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nanjing from Harbin
| Metric | HRB→NKG | CGQ→NKG |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from HRB | – | 116 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 11 |
| Weekly flights | 70 | 95 |
| Flight time | 2h 40m | 2h 40m |
Travel Essentials
HRB: CST · NKG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Harbin, it's 6:00 PM in Nanjing.
Harbin Metro Line 3 connects the city centre and Harbin Railway Station to Taiping International Airport in 40–50 minutes for CNY 6–10, running from around 06:00 to 22:30. Airport shuttle buses also operate from major city hotels and the railway station for CNY 20. The airport is about 33 km west of the city centre.DiDi and taxis from downtown cost CNY 60–100 depending on traffic. In winter, factor in additional time for road conditions; Harbin is one of China's coldest cities and ice and snow on approach roads can significantly slow travel. Driving via Airport Expressway takes 35–55 minutes.
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.
HRB–NKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HRB to NKG
Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB) and Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Air, Hainan Airlines, Xiamen Air and Qingdao Airlines. With 70 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
HRB to NKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HRB to NKG ranges from 2 hours 40 minutes to 3 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,038 miles (1,670 km). There are approximately 70 weekly flights outbound and 91 return, totaling 161 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
40 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via HFE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Changchun (CGQ).