Lijiang to Nanjing (LJG–NKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LJG–NKG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Lucky Air and Juneyao Air lead the route. The flight covers 1,174 miles in approximately 2h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 15 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8L Lucky Air | 7 | 320 | 2h45 | – | – | – |
| HO Juneyao Air | 7 | 320 | 2h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nanjing from Lijiang
| Metric | LJG→NKG | BSD→NKG | LUM→NKG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LJG | – | 131 mi | 190 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 7 | 14 |
| Flight time | 2h 45m | 3h | 2h 40m |
Travel Essentials
LJG: CST · NKG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Lijiang, it's 6:00 PM in Nanjing.
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.
LJG–NKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LJG to NKG
Lijiang Sanyi International Airport (LJG) and Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) are connected by nonstop service from Lucky Air and Juneyao Air. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
LJG to NKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LJG to NKG ranges from 2 hours 45 minutes to 2 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,174 miles (1,890 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via PVG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Baoshan (Longyang) (BSD) and Dehong (Mangshi) (LUM).