Nanjing to Phuket (NKG–HKT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Nanjing to Phuket
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 2,100 mi 5h 40m nonstop -1h behind 19 1-stop hubs

NKG–HKT is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,100 miles in approximately 5h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 19 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop NKG–HKT service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 0 – – – SkyTeam –
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for NKG to HKT.
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One-Stop Connections
19
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~31h
Longest
CSX ~7h 35m KMG ~7h 50m KWE ~8h 5m XIY ~8h 45m TYN ~9h 0m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
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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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Phuket from Nanjing

Nearby airports with service to Phuket International Airport.
Metric NKG→HKT HGH→HKT
Distance from NKG – 139 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 2
Weekly flights 0 3
Flight time 5h 40m 5h 35m
Hangzhou (HGH) to Phuket flights
Airports within 200 miles of NKG with service to Phuket International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Phuket is 1 hour behind Nanjing.
NKG: CST · HKT: +07

When it's 6:00 PM in Nanjing, it's 5:00 PM in Phuket.
Distance & Flight Time
2,100 mi / 3,379 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 40m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders enter Thailand visa-free for up to 30 days per visit under a bilateral agreement effective March 1, 2026. Total stays cannot exceed 90 days within any 180-day period. A Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) must be completed online before entry. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the entry date with at least two blank pages.

Verify entry requirements with official sources 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.

Facts

NKG–HKT Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Nanjing to Phuket route.
Route details
Distance2,100 mi / 3,379 km
Flight time5h 40m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections19 hubs
Origin: NKG
Full nameNanjing Lukou International Airport
IATA / ICAONKG / ZSNJ
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr31.0M
Elevation49 ft / 15 m
Destination: HKT
Full namePhuket International Airport
IATA / ICAOHKT / VTSP
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Passengers/yr17.2M
Elevation82 ft / 25 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about NKG to HKT flights.
Nonstop flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Phuket International Airport take approximately 5h 40m. The route covers 2,100 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CSX, KMG, KWE, XIY, TYN, TFU, PVG, CKG, BKK, CAN, SIN, PEK, KUL, HKG, MEL, CDG, SYD, TPE and ICN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Phuket is 1 hour behind Nanjing.
Yes, return flights from HKT to NKG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include HGH. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 NKG to HKT

Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) and Phuket International Airport (HKT) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines.

NKG to HKT Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from NKG to HKT ranges from 5 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,100 miles (3,379 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via CSX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hangzhou (HGH).