Direct (nonstop) flights from Nanjing to Changsha

5 airlines fly nonstop from Lu Kou Airport (NKG) to Changsha Huanghua Airport (CSX). It's 417 miles (671 km), about 1h 45m in the air. Operated by Okay Airways, Hainan Airlines, Xiamen Airlines and others.

NKG
Lu Kou Airport
🇨🇳 Nanjing, China
CSX
Changsha Huanghua Airport
🇨🇳 Changsha, China
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
417 mi
671 km
CO₂/pax
77 kg
−84 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Okay Airways +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Okay Airways Okay Airways Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Xiamen Airlines Xiamen Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Shenzhen Airlines Shenzhen Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Okay Airways BK Okay Airways
Route
NKG → CSX
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
417 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
NKG → CSX
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
417 mi
Xiamen Airlines MF Xiamen Airlines
Route
NKG → CSX
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
417 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
NKG → CSX
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
417 mi
Shenzhen Airlines ZH Shenzhen Airlines
Route
NKG → CSX
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
417 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Nanjing to Changsha with one stop · direct emits 77 kg CO₂ per passenger

NKG PVG (Shanghai) CSX
Leg 1: 1h (178 mi) Leg 2: 2h 18m (555 mi) Total: ~3h 18m 🍃 161 kg CO₂ (+109% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → PVG
1h · 178 mi
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Leg 2
PVG → CSX
2h 18m · 555 mi
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NKG JJN (Jinjiang) CSX
Leg 1: 1h 40m (477 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (406 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 188 kg CO₂ (+144% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → JJN
1h 40m · 477 mi
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Leg 2
JJN → CSX
1h 45m · 406 mi
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NKG FOC (Fuzhou) CSX
Leg 1: 1h 30m (403 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (427 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 179 kg CO₂ (+132% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → FOC
1h 30m · 403 mi
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Leg 2
FOC → CSX
1h 55m · 427 mi
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NKG WXN (Wanxian) CSX
Leg 1: 2h 10m (620 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (339 mi) Total: ~3h 38m 🍃 203 kg CO₂ (+164% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → WXN
2h 10m · 620 mi
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Leg 2
WXN → CSX
1h 28m · 339 mi
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NKG XMN (Xiamen) CSX
Leg 1: 1h 55m (497 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (395 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 190 kg CO₂ (+147% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → XMN
1h 55m · 497 mi
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Leg 2
XMN → CSX
1h 45m · 395 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Nanjing to Changsha?

A nonstop flight from Nanjing (NKG) to Changsha (CSX) takes approximately 1 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 417 miles (671 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Nanjing to Changsha?

5 airlines: Okay Airways, Hainan Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Nanjing to Changsha?

Yes. 5 airlines: Okay Airways, Hainan Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

How far is Nanjing from Changsha?

The flight distance from Nanjing to Changsha is 417 miles (671 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Nanjing to Changsha?

At 1h 45m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 77 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 385 km.

Is the return flight from Changsha to Nanjing 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 Nanjing to Changsha?

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 Lu Kou Airport for this flight?

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