Flying from Sanya Airport (SYX) to Nanking / Nanjing Airport (NKG): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Sanya Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport.
Nanjing's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Sanya.
Pack your suitcase and choose from 56 weekly Sanya Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport flights.
Your SYX to NKG flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Plenty of airlines operate direct flights from Sanya Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport. Fly nonstop to Nanjing with these carriers and discover this amazing part of China:
Hainan Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Hainan Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SYX to NKG flights. A reliable 98.44% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sanya Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SYX and NKG:
Guangzhou Airport
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
Changsha Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sanya Airport (SYX) to Nanking / Nanjing Airport (NKG)
Right now, $171 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sanya Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $401. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from SYX to NKG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Sanya Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SYX to NKG.
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Handy information about Sanya Airport (SYX)
SYX is located at Fenghuang Rd.
80% of flights departing from Sanya Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from SYX.
Sanya Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Sanya. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sanya Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SYX:
Arriving at Nanking / Nanjing Airport (NKG)
If you're landing on a late Sanya Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near NKG:
Pick up a Nanking / Nanjing Airport rental car and explore corners of Nanjing that aren't the typical tourist stops. Browse the options available from Hertz.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your ride from Nanking / Nanjing Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices typically go up as your departure date approaches.
Getting from Nanking / Nanjing Airport (NKG) to central Nanjing
The address for NKG is Yingbin Rd.
Nanking / Nanjing Airport to central Nanjing has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Nanking / Nanjing Airport (NKG)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Sanya Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Nanjing. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Sanya Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Nanjing, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SYX to NKG around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres east of Nanjing, a visit to Shanghai will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.
If there's time to check out another great destination in China, head for Wuhan, roughly 451 kilometres west of Nanjing. Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge, East Lake Cherry Blossom Garden and Yellow Crane Tower are key highlights.
