Osaka to Nanjing (KIX–NKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
✈ Nonstop
HO1620+1
HO Juneyao
320
4:00 PM
JST TT1
6:10 PM
CST
3h 10m
M T W T F S S
Prices
SC2469
SC Shandong
73F
5:00 AM
CST
8:25 AM
JST
2h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices
HO1619+1
HO Juneyao
320
11:30 AM
CST TT2
3:00 PM
JST
2h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Osaka to Nanjing
1 carrier, 4 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 4 Flights/wk 965 mi 3h 10m nonstop -1h behind 23 1-stop hubs

KIX–NKG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Juneyao Air leads the route. The flight covers 965 miles in approximately 3h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 23 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop KIX–NKG service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
HO Juneyao Air Also: MU 4 320 3h10 MU
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – HO
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: HO (4 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, KIX to NKG direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
0
flights
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
4
Outbound / wk
11
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KIX to NKG.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
23
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~44h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,231
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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 behind Osaka.
KIX: JST · NKG: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Osaka, it's 5:00 PM in Nanjing.
Distance & Flight Time
965 mi / 1,553 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 10m.
Visa & Entry

Japanese passport holders enter China visa-free for up to 30 days under a unilateral policy extended through December 31, 2026. The visa-free entry covers tourism, business, transit, and visiting family or friends. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. For stays beyond 30 days or for work and study, a visa must be obtained from a Chinese embassy or consulate before departure.

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.

KIX–NKG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Osaka to Nanjing route.
Route details
Distance965 mi / 1,553 km
Flight time3h 10m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights4 out / 11 return
1-stop connections23 hubs
Origin: KIX
IATA / ICAOKIX / RJBB
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Passengers/yr30.6M
Elevation26 ft / 8 m
Destination: NKG
IATA / ICAONKG / ZSNJ
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr31.0M
Elevation49 ft / 15 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KIX to NKG flights.
Nonstop flights from Kansai International Airport to Nanjing Lukou International Airport take approximately 3h 10m. The route covers 965 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Juneyao Air. Plus 1 codeshare partner.
There are approximately 4 nonstop flights per week from KIX to NKG. The return direction has about 11 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through NRT, XMN, PVG, PEK, TAO, CJU, ANC, TPE, ICN, DLC, BKK, SZX, CAN, HKG, SYD, SIN, LAX, MFM, SGN, KHH, ORD, KUL and CDG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nanjing is 1 hour behind Osaka.
Yes, return flights from NKG to KIX 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 KIX to NKG

Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) are connected by nonstop service from Juneyao Air. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

KIX to NKG Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KIX to NKG ranges from 3 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 965 miles (1,553 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 15 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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