Narita to Ningbo (NRT–NGB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
IJ101
IJ Spring Japan
738
8:30 AM
JST T3
11:20 AM
CST
3h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
IJ102
IJ Spring Japan
738
12:50 PM
CST T2
4:40 PM
JST
2h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Narita to Ningbo
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 1,171 mi 3h 50m nonstop -1h behind 23 1-stop hubs

NRT–NGB is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Spring Japan leads the route. The flight covers 1,171 miles in approximately 3h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 23 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop NRT–NGB service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
IJ Spring Japan 7 738 3h50
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – IJ
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: IJ (7 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, NRT to NGB direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for NRT to NGB.
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One-Stop Connections
23
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,255
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
-1h
Ningbo is 1 hour behind Narita.
NRT: JST · NGB: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Narita, it's 5:00 PM in Ningbo.
Distance & Flight Time
1,171 mi / 1,885 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 50m.
Visa & Entry

Japanese passport holders enter China visa-free for up to 30 days under a unilateral policy extended through December 31, 2026. The visa-free entry covers tourism, business, transit, and visiting family or friends. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. For stays beyond 30 days or for work and study, a visa must be obtained from a Chinese embassy or consulate before departure.

Getting to NRT

The Narita Express (N'EX) runs from Tokyo Station to Narita Airport in 60 minutes, with stops at Shinjuku, Shibuya, and Yokohama (¥3,070 one-way from Tokyo; discounted round-trip tickets available). Keisei Skyliner from Ueno takes 41 minutes to Terminal 1 (¥2,570); the faster option from east-side Tokyo. Keisei Limited Express is slower (80 min) but cheaper at ¥1,290.Limousine buses depart from major Tokyo hotels and stations for ¥3,200 and take 75–105 minutes depending on traffic. Taxis are extremely expensive (¥20,000–30,000+); avoid unless cost is no concern. The airport is 60 km from central Tokyo.

NRT–NGB Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Narita to Ningbo route.
Route details
Distance1,171 mi / 1,885 km
Flight time3h 50m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections23 hubs
Origin: NRT
IATA / ICAONRT / RJAA
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Passengers/yr40.8M
Elevation141 ft / 43 m
Destination: NGB
IATA / ICAONGB / ZSNB
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr9.4M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about NRT to NGB flights.
Nonstop flights from Narita International Airport to Ningbo Lishe International Airport take approximately 3h 50m. The route covers 1,171 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Spring Japan.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from NRT to NGB. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through WUH, XIY, SHE, SGN, ANC, XMN, TSN, HRB, PVG, CKG, DLC, TFU, CAN, CJU, SZX, HKG, CGQ, HAK, PEK, TPE, SIN, BKK and MFM. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Ningbo is 1 hour behind Narita.
Yes, return flights from NGB to NRT 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 NRT to NGB

Narita International Airport (NRT) and Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) are connected by nonstop service from Spring Japan. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

NRT to NGB Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from NRT to NGB ranges from 3 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,171 miles (1,885 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

23 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via WUH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.