Travelling from Changsha Airport (CSX) to Nanking / Nanjing Airport (NKG): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Changsha Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Changsha and Nanjing follow the same timezone, UTC+8.
Flights from CSX to NKG start from 07:10 — the earliest with Okay Airways. The latest departure is at 23:05 with China Eastern Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 40 weekly Changsha Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your CSX to NKG flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
There are plenty of direct flights from Changsha Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport, so getting to Nanjing (and then touring more of China!) is a cinch. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
China Eastern is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Juneyao Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for CSX to NKG flights, with 98.04% of services landing as scheduled.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Changsha Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport. These are the top stopovers between CSX and NKG:
Guangzhou Airport
Chongqing Airport
Xi An Xianyang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Changsha Airport (CSX) to Nanking / Nanjing Airport (NKG)
Currently, £45 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Changsha Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £86. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from CSX to NKG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Changsha Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Changsha Airport (CSX)
CSX is located at Changsha Ave.
87% of flights leaving Changsha Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from CSX.
To get to Changsha Airport from central Changsha, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kms (17 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near CSX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Changsha Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Nanking / Nanjing Airport (NKG)
If you're arriving on a late Changsha Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near NKG:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Nanking / Nanjing Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Nanjing's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Nanking / Nanjing Airport a few weeks in advance. Rates typically rise closer to the day of travel.
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 kms (20 miles) away.
It'll take around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Nanking / Nanjing Airport (NKG)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Changsha Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Nanjing. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Changsha Airport to Nanking / Nanjing Airport for July if you want to explore Nanjing during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 34ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CSX to NKG in January. Average temperatures are between -3ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of China
Nanjing has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be discovered. About 274 kms (170 miles) east of Nanjing, a trip to Shanghai will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.
Wuhan is another favourite destination in China and is around 451 kms (280 miles) west of Nanjing. No journey is complete without experiencing Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge, East Lake Cherry Blossom Garden and Yellow Crane Tower.
