Taoyuan to Nanjing (TPE–NKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TPE–NKG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Mandarin Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 482 miles in approximately 2h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 26 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AE Mandarin Airlines | 7 | 321 | 2h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nanjing from Taoyuan
| Metric | TPE→NKG | FOC→NKG |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from TPE | – | 114 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 46 |
| Flight time | 2h 5m | 1h 25m |
Travel Essentials
TPE: CST · NKG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Taoyuan, it's 6:00 PM in Nanjing.
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.
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.
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.
TPE–NKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TPE to NKG
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) are connected by nonstop service from Mandarin Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
TPE to NKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TPE to NKG ranges from 2 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 482 miles (776 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 22 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
26 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via NRT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Fuzhou (Changle) (FOC).