Taoyuan to Nanjing (TPE–NKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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AE5007+1
AE Mandarin
321
10:50 AM
CST T2
1:05 PM
CST
2h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AE5001cs
AE Mandarin
321
5:50 PM
CST TT2
8:00 PM
CST
2h 10m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MU5002+1
MU China Eastern
321
5:50 PM
CST TT2
8:00 PM
CST
2h 10m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MU2981+1
MU China Eastern
321
7:35 AM
CST TT2
9:50 AM
CST
2h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AE5008cs
AE Mandarin
321
7:35 AM
CST T2
9:50 AM
CST
2h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MU5001+1
MU China Eastern
320
2:25 PM
CST TT2
4:30 PM
CST
2h 5m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AE5002cs
AE Mandarin
321
2:45 PM
CST TT2
4:50 PM
CST
2h 5m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Taoyuan to Nanjing
1 carrier, 15 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 15 Flights/wk 482 mi 2h 10m nonstop 28 1-stop hubs

TPE–NKG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 482 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 28 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop TPE–NKG service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines Also: AE 7 321 2h10 SkyTeam AE
Aircraft on this route
321 Airbus A321 – AE, MU
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (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, TPE to NKG direction.
Mon
3
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
3
Nonstop flights
15
Outbound / wk
16
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for TPE to NKG.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
28
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~42h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,745
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.

Other ways to reach Nanjing from Taoyuan

Nearby airports with service to Nanjing Lukou International Airport.
Metric TPE→NKG FOC→NKG
Distance from TPE 114 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 6
Weekly flights 15 70
Flight time 2h 10m 1h 20m
Airports within 200 miles of TPE with service to Nanjing Lukou International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Nanjing is 0 hours the same as Taoyuan.
TPE: CST · NKG: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Taoyuan, it's 6:00 PM in Nanjing.
Distance & Flight Time
482 mi / 776 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 10m to 2h 15m.
Visa & Entry

Taiwan residents do not use a standard visa to enter mainland China. Instead, a Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents (Taiwan Compatriot Entry Permit) is required. This document can be applied for on arrival at 35+ designated airports and ports across mainland China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Xiamen, Shenzhen, and Chengdu. The on-arrival permit costs CNY 150 and requires a valid ROC passport with at least 3 months validity, a Taiwan national ID card, passport photos, and a return ticket.

The five-year version can be applied for in advance through authorized agencies. It allows unlimited entries with no restriction on stay duration, and covers tourism, business, work, and study.

Getting to TPE

The Airport MRT (Taoyuan Airport Line) connects Taipei Main Station to the airport in 35 minutes for TWD $160 (express) or 50 minutes for TWD $150 (commuter). Trains run from 06:00 to 23:00. Bus services (Kuo-Kuang and others) also connect central Taipei to Taoyuan for around TWD $125, but are slower.Taxis from Taipei city centre cost TWD $1,200–1,600 depending on traffic; the national freeway (No. 2) is the standard driving route. Self-drive parking is available in multi-storey structures at both terminals.

Getting from NKG

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.

Nanjing Climate

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.

TPE–NKG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Taoyuan to Nanjing route.
Route details
Distance482 mi / 776 km
Flight time2h 10m to 2h 15m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights15 out / 16 return
1-stop connections28 hubs
Origin: TPE
IATA / ICAOTPE / RCTP
TimezoneAsia/Taipei
Passengers/yr44.9M
Elevation106 ft / 32 m
Destination: NKG
IATA / ICAONKG / ZSNJ
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr31.0M
Elevation49 ft / 15 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about TPE to NKG flights.
Nonstop flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Nanjing Lukou International Airport take approximately 2h 10m to 2h 15m. The route covers 482 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines. Plus 1 codeshare partner.
There are approximately 15 nonstop flights per week from TPE to NKG. The return direction has about 16 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through FOC, NRT, KIX, HKT, PVG, CJU, XMN, TAO, SZX, MFM, HKG, CAN, ICN, ANC, PEK, BKK, MEL, CKG, SIN, KUL, TFU, SGN, LAX, ORD, CGK, CDG, MXP and SYD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from NKG to TPE are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include FOC. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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 TPE to NKG

Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 15 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

TPE to NKG Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from TPE to NKG ranges from 2 hours 10 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 482 miles (776 km). There are approximately 15 weekly flights outbound and 16 return, totaling 31 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

28 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via FOC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Fuzhou (Changle) (FOC).