Skyline of Beijing CBD with B-5906 approaching (20211016171955), Beijing — flights from Nanjing to Beijing
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Flights from Nanjing to Beijing

Nonstop flights from Nanjing (NKG) to Beijing (PEK) take about 1h 41m (950 km). Air China flies it. Lowest fare seen: $129 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Nanjing to Beijing

Carriers on NKG–PEK according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Air Chinanonstop fare seen

Nanjing to Beijing fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $80 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$8028 Oct 2026—
Nov 2026$881 Nov 2026—
Dec 2026$9014 Dec 2026—
Jan 2027$1786 Jan 2027 · Air China$155 · 1 stop6 Jan 2027
Mar 2027$2435 Mar 2027—
Sept 2027$30326 Sept 2027—

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $80 in October 2026, against $90 at best later on.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Nanjing to Beijing, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Beijing

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China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Nanjing to Beijing flights

How long is the flight from Nanjing to Beijing?
A nonstop flight from Nanjing (NKG) to Beijing (PEK) takes about 1h 41m, covering 950 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Nanjing from Beijing by air?
The great-circle distance between Nanjing Lukou International Airport and Beijing Capital International Airport is 950 km (590 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Nanjing to Beijing?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the NKG–PEK route include Air China. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Nanjing to Beijing cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on NKG–PEK was $129 USD with Air China (nonstop), departing 25 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Nanjing to Beijing?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $80 one-way, against $303 for September 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Nanjing to China?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter China visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Beijing?
China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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