Nanjing to Taoyuan (NKG–TPE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
NKG–TPE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 482 miles in approximately 2h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: AE | 1 | 319 | 2h15 | – | SkyTeam | AE |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Taoyuan from Nanjing
| Metric | NKG→TPE | HGH→TPE |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from NKG | – | 139 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 9 | 18 |
| Flight time | 2h 15m | 1h 28m |
Travel Essentials
NKG: CST · TPE: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Nanjing, it's 6:00 PM in Taoyuan.
Mainland China citizens do not use a passport to enter Taiwan. Travel requires an Exit-Entry Permit issued by mainland authorities and a Taiwan Entry Permit issued by Taiwan's National Immigration Agency. Individual tourism from the mainland has been suspended since August 2019 and remains closed. Mainland residents who hold permanent or temporary residency in Hong Kong, Macau, or a third country can apply for a Taiwan Entry Permit online and enter from outside the mainland.
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.
The Airport MRT express to Taipei Main Station departs every 15 minutes and takes 35 minutes (TWD $160). Taoyuan HSR station is also served, connecting onward to other Taiwanese cities. Licensed taxis queue at designated stands outside arrivals; metered fares to Taipei city centre run TWD $1,200–1,600. Uber operates with advance booking.
All major international rental car brands have desks in both terminals. Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are connected by a free shuttle bus; allow 15 minutes for inter-terminal transfers.
Subtropical climate. Summers (May–September) are hot and very humid at 30–35°C. This is also typhoon season, with storms capable of closing the airport entirely. Winters (December–February) are mild and rainy at 14–18°C. Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable conditions.
Typhoon risk peaks July through September. Storms can arrive within 24–48 hours and operations halt rapidly. Fog and low ceilings are common in winter and spring mornings.
NKG–TPE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from NKG to TPE
Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 9 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
NKG to TPE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from NKG to TPE is about 2 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 482 miles (776 km). There are approximately 9 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 24 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Shenzhen Bao'an, Guangzhou Baiyun and Macau. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hangzhou (HGH).