Xianyang (Weicheng) to Nanjing (XIY–NKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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XIY–NKG is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Air and Shenzhen Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 614 miles in approximately 2h. 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: 3U | 62 | 320, 321, 32N, 32S, 332 | 1h45-2h15 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| HO Juneyao Air | 14 | 320, 32N | 2h-2h10 | – | – | – |
| ZH Shenzhen Airlines Also: SC | 11 | 320 | 2h | – | Star Alliance | SC |
| GS Grant Aviation | 7 | 320 | 1h55 | – | – | – |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 7 | 73H | 2h | – | – | – |
| 9H Air Changan | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nanjing from Xianyang (Weicheng)
| Metric | XIY→NKG | IQN→NKG | YCU→NKG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from XIY | – | 114 mi | 138 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 115 | – | 27 |
| Flight time | 2h | 1h 51m | 1h 40m |
Travel Essentials
XIY: CST · NKG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Xianyang (Weicheng), it's 6:00 PM in Nanjing.
Xi'an Metro Line 14 opened in 2024 and connects Xi'an North (high-speed rail station) to T5 at Xianyang Airport in 30–35 minutes (¥6). This replaced the previous airport shuttle bus as the default transit option for most travelers. Line 14 also connects to Xi'an central via transfers at Xi'an North.Airport shuttle buses still serve the city centre and Bell Tower area (¥30, 50–70 min). Taxis from Xi'an Zhonglou (Bell Tower area) cost ¥80–120 and take 40–60 minutes on the G30 expressway. DiDi is widely used. The airport is 47 km northwest of the city centre.
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.
XIY–NKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from XIY to NKG
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) and Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Air, Shenzhen Airlines, Grant Aviation, Hainan Airlines and Air Changan. With 115 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
XIY to NKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from XIY to NKG is about 2 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 614 miles (989 km). There are approximately 115 weekly flights outbound and 122 return, totaling 237 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Yulin Yuyang, Zhangjiajie Hehua and Shanghai Pudong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Qingyang (Xifeng) (IQN), Yuncheng (Yanhu) (YCU) and Yan'an (Baota) (ENY).