Travelling from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG): what you need to know
Get your vacation planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG). Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are the two main airports in Taipei.
Take a direct flight from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 13 minutes.
Nanjing's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Taipei. Nanjing Lukou International Airport is located in Nanjing.
With 11 direct flights a week between the two airports, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) is the most popular route. China Eastern operates the earliest flight at 10:50. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from TPE to NKG is with China Eastern at 17:50.
Your flight from Taipei to NKG won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) depart from this terminal.
When jetting out of TPE, you can take a direct flight from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport with China Eastern.
TPE is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Taipei. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will show you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Planning to catch an early flight from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Planning to leave from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)? You can book a direct flight from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) from this popular hub.
China Eastern operates direct flights from Taipei to NKG leaving from TSA. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in one go.
Make the most of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these options between Taipei Songshan Airport and NKG:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
You can reach TSA from the centre of Taipei in about 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 6 kilometres or so.
You're off on vacation, so why not spend an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Taipei Songshan Airport the day before your flight from Taipei to NKG:
About Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NKG instead:
Getting from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to central Nanjing
Nanjing Lukou International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Nanjing. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 39 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
C$157 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport. Return flights start from C$279. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score flight tickets from Taipei to NKG when you book 8 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this journey are generally at their lowest.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when the fares drop. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for flight tickets from Taipei to NKG.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Nanjing. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Taipei to NKG for July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Nanjing to range from 22ºC to 34ºC.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport in January when temperatures average between -3ºC and 11ºC.
More about Nanjing
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Nanjing right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Taipei to Nanjing Lukou International Airport:
Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum and Nanjing City Wall are just two of the top attractions to put on your Nanjing to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
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