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Cheap flights from Sydney to Nanjing from $332

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — NKG
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Nanjing Lukou Intl are usually found in February or March, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Nanjing

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Nanjing (NKG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$694

One-way from

$332

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$907

Good round-trip deal

$712 or less

Good one-way deal

$594 or less
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 9/8-26/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 55m total
  • Sydney to Nanjing
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 7/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 00m total
  • Sydney to Nanjing
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($200 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($91 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Nanjing Lukou Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Nanjing Lukou Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Nanjing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Nanjing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 July 2025.

Wed 15/1021:20SYD - NKG
1 stop26h 40mSichuan Airlines
Fri 14/1111:50NKG - SYD
1 stop23h 50mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 30/6$663
Sat 9/808:45SYD - NKG
1 stop27h 40mChina Southern
Tue 26/822:10NKG - SYD
1 stop30h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 1/7$694
Fri 8/812:50SYD - NKG
1 stop36h 45mScoot
Tue 26/817:05NKG - SYD
1 stop16h 30mScoot
Deal found 1/7$698
Sat 9/821:00SYD - NKG
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/800:50NKG - SYD
1 stop32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$735
Fri 26/911:20SYD - NKG
2 stops39h 40mChina Eastern
Thu 23/1007:35NKG - SYD
2 stops22h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/7$800
Fri 29/811:25SYD - NKG
1 stop23h 50mXiamenAir
Thu 18/912:30NKG - SYD
1 stop18h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 2/7$811
Fri 26/911:30SYD - NKG
1 stop13h 30mHong Kong Airlines
Thu 23/1008:15NKG - SYD
1 stop23h 35mHong Kong Airlines
Deal found 1/7$875
Sat 16/807:30SYD - NKG
1 stop15h 40mQantas Airways
Sat 23/818:55NKG - SYD
Nonstop11h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/7$1,057

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Nanjing that are best for you.

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Sydney

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Nanjing

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyNanjing

SYD - NKG

SYDNKG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/10

21:20-21:00

1 stop26h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Fri 14/11

11:50-14:40

1 stop23h 50m

$663

SydneyNanjing

SYD - NKG

SYDNKG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 9/8

08:45-10:25

1 stop27h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 26/8

22:10-06:25

1 stop30h 15m

$694

SydneyNanjing

SYD - NKG

SYDNKG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 8/8

12:50-23:35

1 stop36h 45m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 26/8

17:05-11:35

1 stop16h 30m

$698

SydneyNanjing

SYD - NKG

SYDNKG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 9/8

21:00-14:30

1 stop19h 30m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 25/8

00:50-11:35

1 stop32h 45m

$735

SydneyNanjing

SYD - NKG

SYDNKG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 26/9

11:20-01:00

2 stops39h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 23/10

07:35-09:30

2 stops22h 55m

$800

SydneyNanjing

SYD - NKG

SYDNKG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 29/8

11:25-09:15

1 stop23h 50m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 18/9

12:30-09:20

1 stop18h 50m

$811

SydneyNanjing

SYD - NKG

SYDNKG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 26/9

11:30-23:00

1 stop13h 30m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 23/10

08:15-10:50

1 stop23h 35m

$875

SydneyNanjing

SYD - NKG

SYDNKG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 16/8

07:30-21:10

1 stop15h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 23/8

18:55-08:00

Nonstop11h 05m

$1,057

SydneyNanjing

SYD - NKG

SYDNKG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 21/12

14:55-13:00

2 stops49h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 3/1

14:15-07:35

2 stops38h 20m

$2,113

SydneyNanjing

SYD - NKG

SYDNKG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/9

12:50-15:50

1 stop29h 00m

$332

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Nanjing

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Nanjing

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Nanjing?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Nanjing. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Nanjing, you should look to book at least 70 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Nanjing?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Nanjing (average of $371). Flying from Sydney to Nanjing in December is currently the most expensive (average of $800). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to NKG?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Nanjing. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 July 2025.

When flying from Sydney to Nanjing, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 37% versus a flight at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nanjing

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nanjing. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nanjing. Reviews last updated 4 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern, Qantas Airways, andChina Eastern from Sydney to Nanjing to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.3

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.3

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.3

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.3

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.3

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Nanjing. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Sydney to Nanjing?

    Booking a flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG) is your only option if you wish to fly from Sydney to Nanjing. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from Kingsford Smith to Lukou Intl, all of which are around 11h 20m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 8 airlines when you book a flight from Kingsford Smith to Nanjing.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Nanjing flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Nanjing round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sydney to Nanjing round-trip from $694. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Scoot, from $698, and China Eastern, from $800. Users have found that China Southern is 17% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Nanjing one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Scoot, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $332. Hong Kong Airlines flights start at $396 while deals on China Eastern start at $575 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Nanjing?

    Before booking your flight to Nanjing from Sydney, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qantas Airways (91%), LATAM Airlines (91%), China Eastern( 91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Nanjing?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $479. While the most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Nanjing Lukou Intl) can be booked for $648 on average our data indicates $1,981 when flying from Sydney to Nanjing.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Nanjing that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Nanjing flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Nanjing?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Nanjing.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Nanjing?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Nanjing by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Nanjing?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Nanjing (average of $371). Flying from Sydney to Nanjing in December is currently the most expensive (average of $800). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$470Average$655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$479Average$981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$481Average$682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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XiamenAirCheapest$568Average$661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$619Average$750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapest$675Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$712Average$1,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,106Average$1,299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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