Nanjing to Hong Kong (NKG–HKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
NKG–HKG is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Cathay Pacific, Hong Kong Airlines and China Eastern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 719 miles in approximately 2h 29m. Beyond nonstop, 51 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX Cathay Pacific | 14 | 32Q, 333 | 2h43-2h45 | – | Oneworld | – |
| HX Hong Kong Airlines Also: HU | 14 | 320 | 2h29-2h40 | – | – | HU |
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: FM | 7 | 320 | 2h30 | – | SkyTeam | FM |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Hong Kong from Nanjing
| Metric | NKG→HKG | CZX→HKG | WUX→HKG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from NKG | – | 55 mi | 94 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 49 | 8 | 21 |
| Flight time | 2h 29m | 2h 30m | 2h 45m |
Travel Essentials
NKG: CST · HKG: HKT
When it's 6:00 PM in Nanjing, it's 6:00 PM in Hong Kong.
Mainland Chinese citizens do not use a passport to enter Hong Kong. Travel requires an Exit-Entry Permit (往来港澳通行证) with a valid endorsement issued by the mainland public security bureau. Individual visit endorsements (G type) allow stays of up to 7 days per entry. Endorsement validity and number of permitted journeys vary by city of residence and endorsement category.
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.
Airport Express runs to Hong Kong Station (Central) in 24 minutes for HK$115, departing every 10 minutes from 5:54am to 1:02am. Octopus card discounts apply. Passengers can check bags in at the airport and retrieve them at Hong Kong or Kowloon Station.Taxis to Kowloon cost HK$250–350; to Hong Kong Island, HK$350–450. Ferry services connect to Macau (1 hr, HK$175–220) and Guangzhou/Shenzhen. The Ferry Terminal is in the airport building; no need to leave the terminal. Buses are slower but serve districts not near the MTR.
Subtropical monsoon climate. Typhoon season (June–October) is the primary disruption risk. The airport operates a T1/T3/T8 signal system and closes for Category T8 or above. Typhoons can arrive with 24–48 hours warning and typically pass in 12–24 hours. Check signals before departure during this window.
Winters are mild and mostly dry (12–20°C), ideal for flying. Spring brings fog and low cloud (March–April) that reduces runway visibility. Summer heat and humidity (30–34°C) are moderated at the airport by its coastal location on Lantau Island.
NKG–HKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from NKG to HKG
Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) and Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) are connected by nonstop service from Cathay Pacific, Hong Kong Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. With 49 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
NKG to HKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from NKG to HKG ranges from 2 hours 29 minutes to 2 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 719 miles (1,156 km). There are approximately 49 weekly flights outbound and 42 return, totaling 91 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
51 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via JJN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Changzhou (CZX), Wuxi (WUX) and Hefei (HFE).