Ho Chi Minh City to Nanjing (SGN–NKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SGN–NKG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,642 miles in approximately 4h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 25 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 7 | 32N | 4h10 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nanjing from Ho Chi Minh City
| Metric | SGN→NKG | CXR→NKG |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SGN | – | 192 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | – |
| Flight time | 4h 10m | 3h 40m |
Travel Essentials
SGN: +07 · NKG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Ho Chi Minh City, it's 7:00 PM in Nanjing.
The S9 metro line connects Lukou directly to Nanjing South Railway Station in 30 minutes (¥29). Trains depart every 20–30 minutes, making it the straightforward connection for onward high-speed rail.
Taxis to the city center cost ¥80–120 and take 40–60 minutes. Metered cabs are widely available at the designated rank outside arrivals. Airport buses serve major hotels and railway stations for ¥20–25.
Humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Summers (June–August) are hot and humid, regularly reaching 35–38°C with frequent thunderstorms that can cause delays. Winters (December–February) are cold (−3–7°C) with occasional freezing rain and light snow. Ice events are the main disruption risk.
Spring and autumn (March–May, September–November) are the most comfortable periods with mild temperatures of 15–25°C. Typhoon remnants occasionally bring heavy rain in late summer and early autumn.
SGN–NKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SGN to NKG
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) and Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SGN to NKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SGN to NKG ranges from 4 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,642 miles (2,643 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via CXR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Nha Trang/nha Trang aiurportCam Ranh (CXR).