Kaohsiung (Xiaogang) to Nanjing (KHH–NKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
KHH–NKG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 639 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 3 | 32N | 2h20 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
KHH: CST · NKG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Kaohsiung (Xiaogang), it's 6:00 PM in Nanjing.
Taiwan residents do not use a standard visa to enter mainland China. Instead, a Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents (Taiwan Compatriot Entry Permit) is required. This document can be applied for on arrival at 35+ designated airports and ports across mainland China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Xiamen, Shenzhen, and Chengdu. The on-arrival permit costs CNY 150 and requires a valid ROC passport with at least 3 months validity, a Taiwan national ID card, passport photos, and a return ticket.
The five-year version can be applied for in advance through authorized agencies. It allows unlimited entries with no restriction on stay duration, and covers tourism, business, work, and study.
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.
KHH–NKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KHH to NKG
Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) and Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
KHH to NKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KHH to NKG is about 2 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 639 miles (1,029 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Xiamen Gaoqi, Shanghai Pudong and Hong Kong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.