Direct (nonstop) flights from Dalian to Nanjing

5 airlines fly nonstop from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to Lu Kou Airport (NKG). It's 520 miles (837 km), about 1h 50m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, Chengdu Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and others.

DLC
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport
🇨🇳 Dalian, China
NKG
Lu Kou Airport
🇨🇳 Nanjing, China
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
520 mi
837 km
CO₂/pax
96 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
China Southern Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Chengdu Airlines Chengdu Airlines Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines Xiamen Airlines Xiamen Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
DLC → NKG
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
520 mi
Chengdu Airlines EU Chengdu Airlines
Route
DLC → NKG
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
520 mi
Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
DLC → NKG
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
520 mi
Xiamen Airlines MF Xiamen Airlines
Route
DLC → NKG
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
520 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
DLC → NKG
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
520 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dalian to Nanjing with one stop · direct emits 96 kg CO₂ per passenger

DLC TAO (Qingdao) NKG
Leg 1: 1h 5m (196 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (326 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 121 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLC → TAO
1h 5m · 196 mi
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Leg 2
TAO → NKG
1h 15m · 326 mi
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DLC YNT (Yantai) NKG
Leg 1: 50m (94 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (425 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 121 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLC → YNT
50m · 94 mi
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Leg 2
YNT → NKG
1h 40m · 425 mi
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DLC WEH (Weihai) NKG
Leg 1: 55m (128 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (422 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 127 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLC → WEH
55m · 128 mi
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Leg 2
WEH → NKG
1h 50m · 422 mi
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DLC PVG (Shanghai) NKG
Leg 1: 2h 5m (539 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (178 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 158 kg CO₂ (+65% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLC → PVG
2h 5m · 539 mi
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Leg 2
PVG → NKG
1h 5m · 178 mi
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DLC PEK (Beijing) NKG
Leg 1: 1h 25m (275 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (589 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+93% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLC → PEK
1h 25m · 275 mi
View DLC to PEK flights →
Leg 2
PEK → NKG
1h 50m · 589 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dalian to Nanjing?

A nonstop flight from Dalian (DLC) to Nanjing (NKG) takes approximately 1 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 520 miles (837 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dalian to Nanjing?

5 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Chengdu Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dalian to Nanjing?

Yes. 5 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Chengdu Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Dalian from Nanjing?

The flight distance from Dalian to Nanjing is 520 miles (837 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Dalian to Nanjing?

At 1h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Dalian to Nanjing?

Roughly 96 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 480 km.

Is the return flight from Nanjing to Dalian also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dalian to Nanjing?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.