Nanjing to Atlanta (NKG–ATL) — 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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 3 hubs
ICN Seoul 18h 30m HOKEMU DLKE Seoul (ICN) to Atlanta flights
CDG Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) 24h 5m MU AFAMDL Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) (CDG) to Atlanta flights
MXP Ferno (VA) 40h 10m NO AFDL Ferno (VA) (MXP) to Atlanta flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Nanjing to Atlanta
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-12h behind

While no nonstop service exists between NKG and ATL, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for NKG to ATL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
3
Hubs
~18h
Fastest
~40h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
369
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
NKG → ATL
54%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
54%
Return
ATL → NKG
24%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
24%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ATL delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-12h
Atlanta is 12 hours behind Nanjing.
NKG: CST · ATL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Nanjing, it's 6:00 AM in Atlanta.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders require a B1/B2 visa for tourism or business travel to the United States. The visa is typically issued for 10 years with multiple entries, allowing stays of up to 180 days per visit. An in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate is required, and the application fee is US $185. Holders of 10-year B visas must also enroll in EVUS (Electronic Visa Update System) every two years before travel.

Getting to NKG

The airport express (S9 metro line) runs from Nanjing South Railway Station to Lukou Airport in about 30 minutes (¥29). Connections from Nanjing Station require a transfer at South Station; total journey around 50 minutes.Taxis from downtown cost ¥80–120 depending on traffic and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-shares (DiDi) run slightly cheaper at ¥70–100. The airport bus network covers major city districts for ¥20–25.

Getting from ATL

MARTA Gold Line connects the airport to downtown Atlanta (16 min, $2.50) and Buckhead (30 min). Taxis have a flat rate of $30 to downtown, $38 to Buckhead. Ride-shares are typically $20–35.

The SkyTrain people mover links the Domestic and International terminals, rental car center, and Georgia International Convention Center.

Atlanta Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause flight delays June through August. Winters are mild (2–10°C) with rare snowfall. Ice storms can shut down the airport when they hit.

Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most pleasant season for travel.

NKG–ATL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Nanjing to Atlanta route.
Route details
Time difference-12 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: NKG
IATA / ICAONKG / ZSNJ
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr31.0M
Elevation49 ft / 15 m
Destination: ATL
IATA / ICAOATL / KATL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr108.1M
Elevation1,026 ft / 313 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about NKG to ATL flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Incheon, Charles de Gaulle and Milan Malpensa.
Atlanta is 12 hours behind Nanjing.
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.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Incheon, Charles de Gaulle and Milan Malpensa. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.