Ferno (VA) to Nanjing (MXP–NKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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✈ Nonstop
NO976
NO Neos
787
3:30 PM
CEST TT1
9:00 AM+1
CST
11h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices
NO946
NO Neos
787
3:30 PM
CEST TT1
9:00 AM+1
CST
11h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices
NO977
NO Neos
787
12:00 PM
CST TT2
7:30 PM
CEST
13h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices
NO947
NO Neos
787
12:00 PM
CST TT2
7:30 PM
CEST
13h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Ferno (VA) to Nanjing
1 carrier, 2 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 2 Flights/wk 5,537 mi 11h 30m nonstop +6h ahead 14 1-stop hubs

MXP–NKG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Neos leads the route. The flight covers 5,537 miles in approximately 11h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 14 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MXP–NKG service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
NO Neos 2 787 11h30
Aircraft on this route
787 Boeing 787 – NO
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: NO (2 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, MXP to NKG direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
0
flights
Wed
0
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
0
flights
Sat
0
flights
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
2
Outbound / wk
2
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MXP to NKG.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
14
Hubs
~18h
Fastest
~33h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,041
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
+6h
Nanjing is 6 hours ahead of Ferno (VA).
MXP: CEST · NKG: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Ferno (VA), it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Nanjing.
Distance & Flight Time
5,537 mi / 8,911 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 11h 30m.
Visa & Entry

Italian passport holders enter China visa-free for stays of up to 30 days. This unilateral policy covers tourism, business, family visits, and transit. It is valid through December 31, 2026. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

The 30-day count starts the day after entry. Leaving for Hong Kong, Macau, or a neighboring country and returning does not reset the clock. For stays longer than 30 days, apply for a standard visa at a Chinese embassy before travel.

Getting to MXP

The Malpensa Express train connects Milano Centrale and Milano Cadorna to Terminal 1 in 50–52 minutes, running every 30 minutes for €13 one-way. A second train route serves Gallarate and Varese. Terminal 2 (easyJet and low-cost) is connected to Terminal 1 by a free shuttle bus that takes about 7 minutes.

FlixBus and several coach operators serve the airport from Centrale for €5–8 but take longer, especially in traffic. Taxis are fixed-rate from Milan city (€90–100 to/from the city centre); private transfers are broadly comparable. Driving via A8 motorway takes 45–60 minutes in normal conditions.

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.

MXP–NKG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Ferno (VA) to Nanjing route.
Route details
Distance5,537 mi / 8,911 km
Flight time11h 30m
Time difference+6 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights2 out / 2 return
1-stop connections14 hubs
Origin: MXP
IATA / ICAOMXP / LIMC
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Passengers/yr28.9M
Elevation768 ft / 234 m
Destination: NKG
IATA / ICAONKG / ZSNJ
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr31.0M
Elevation49 ft / 15 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MXP to NKG flights.
Nonstop flights from Milan Malpensa International Airport to Nanjing Lukou International Airport take approximately 11h 30m. The route covers 5,537 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Neos.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from MXP to NKG. The return direction has about 2 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CDG, NRT, SIN, XIY, PEK, CKG, ORD, SZX, HKG, TPE, LAX, BKK, PVG and ICN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nanjing is 6 hours ahead of Ferno (VA).
Yes, return flights from NKG to MXP are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from MXP to NKG

Milan Malpensa International Airport (MXP) and Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) are connected by nonstop service from Neos. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

MXP to NKG Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MXP to NKG ranges from 11 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,537 miles (8,911 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

14 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 18 hours via CDG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.