Direct (nonstop) flights from Nanjing to Dalian

5 airlines fly nonstop from Lu Kou Airport (NKG) to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC). It's 520 miles (837 km), about 1h 45m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, Chengdu Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and others.

NKG
Lu Kou Airport
🇨🇳 Nanjing, China
DLC
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport
🇨🇳 Dalian, China
Flight Time
1h 45m
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 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
NKG → DLC
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
520 mi
Chengdu Airlines EU Chengdu Airlines
Route
NKG → DLC
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
520 mi
Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
NKG → DLC
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
520 mi
Xiamen Airlines MF Xiamen Airlines
Route
NKG → DLC
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
520 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
NKG → DLC
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
520 mi

Alternative Routes

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

NKG TAO (Qingdao) DLC
Leg 1: 1h 15m (326 mi) Leg 2: 1h (196 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 121 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → TAO
1h 15m · 326 mi
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Leg 2
TAO → DLC
1h · 196 mi
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NKG YNT (Yantai) DLC
Leg 1: 1h 30m (425 mi) Leg 2: 50m (94 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 121 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → YNT
1h 30m · 425 mi
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Leg 2
YNT → DLC
50m · 94 mi
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NKG WEH (Weihai) DLC
Leg 1: 1h 40m (422 mi) Leg 2: 53m (128 mi) Total: ~2h 33m 🍃 127 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → WEH
1h 40m · 422 mi
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Leg 2
WEH → DLC
53m · 128 mi
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NKG PVG (Shanghai) DLC
Leg 1: 1h (178 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (539 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 158 kg CO₂ (+65% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → PVG
1h · 178 mi
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Leg 2
PVG → DLC
1h 55m · 539 mi
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NKG SJW (Shijiazhuang) DLC
Leg 1: 1h 40m (509 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (373 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 188 kg CO₂ (+96% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → SJW
1h 40m · 509 mi
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Leg 2
SJW → DLC
1h 20m · 373 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Nanjing to Dalian?

A nonstop flight from Nanjing (NKG) to Dalian (DLC) takes approximately 1 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 520 miles (837 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Nanjing to Dalian?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Nanjing to Dalian?

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

How far is Nanjing from Dalian?

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

What type of aircraft flies from Nanjing to Dalian?

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 Dalian?

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

Is the return flight from Dalian 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 Dalian?

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.