Travelling from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG): What you need to know
Osaka has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) taking off from Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB).
Take a direct Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 50 minutes.
Nanjing is one hour behind Osaka. Nanjing Lukou International Airport is located in Nanjing, which follows the UTC+8 timezone.
You can choose from 19 direct services a week between Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG). This is the most popular route when departing from Osaka.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Osaka to NKG.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) leave from this terminal.
Leading carriers that have direct flights from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport out of KIX include:
Most passengers prefer to fly with Spring Airlines between KIX and NKG.
The carrier with the best punctuality score on this route is Shenzhen Airlines. Its services arrive without delay 67.95% of the time.
KIX is about 48 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Kansai International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kansai International Airport, 73% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
The address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
ITM is about 18 kilometres from central Osaka. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Osaka Itami International Airport the day before your Osaka to NKG flight:
Osaka Itami International Airport has a track record for punctuality. 83% of flights departing here land when expected.
The address for ITM is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
One flight, no fuss. You can book a direct flight from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport departing from Kobe Airport (UKB).
Take off from UKB with Juneyao Airlines. This trusted airline offers direct Osaka to NKG plane tickets.
Most passengers prefer to book seats with Juneyao Airlines from UKB to NKG.
From the centre of Osaka, UKB is around 32 kilometres away. It takes roughly 40 minutes to reach the airport by car and 50 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Kobe Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
UKB has a reliable on-time arrivals performance of 82%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on schedule and reach your destination as planned.
Kobe Airport is located at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near NKG instead:
The street address for NKG is Yingbin Rd.
Getting from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to central Nanjing
From Nanjing Lukou International Airport, central Nanjing is around 32 kilometres away. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport is RM649. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM1,124. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Osaka to NKG. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to visit Nanjing. February is when most people book flights from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a Osaka to NKG plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Nanjing to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Nanjing
Once you've booked your flight from Osaka to Nanjing Lukou International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Nanjing:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall are must-do's during your Nanjing adventure.
Explore more of China
Shanghai is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Nanjing. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.
If you want to check out another major destination in China, head for Suzhou, about 177 kilometres east of Nanjing. Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road are highlights.
