Direct (nonstop) flights from Nanjing to Lijiang

5 airlines fly nonstop from Lu Kou Airport (NKG) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG). It's 1,176 miles (1,892 km), about 3h 10m in the air. Operated by Lucky Air, Air Travel, Juneyao Airlines and others.

NKG
Lu Kou Airport
🇨🇳 Nanjing, China
LJG
Lijiang Sanyi Airport
🇨🇳 Lijiang, China
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,176 mi
1,892 km
CO₂/pax
199 kg
−59 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Lucky Air +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Lucky Air Lucky Air Air Travel Air Travel Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines Shenzhen Airlines Shenzhen Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Lucky Air 8L Lucky Air
Route
NKG → LJG
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,176 mi
Air Travel A6 Air Travel
Route
NKG → LJG
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,176 mi
Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
NKG → LJG
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,176 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
NKG → LJG
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,176 mi
Shenzhen Airlines ZH Shenzhen Airlines
Route
NKG → LJG
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,176 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Nanjing to Lijiang with one stop · direct emits 199 kg CO₂ per passenger

NKG MIG (Mian Yang) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 28m (832 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (425 mi) Total: ~3h 58m 🍃 258 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → MIG
2h 28m · 832 mi
View NKG to MIG flights →
Leg 2
MIG → LJG
1h 30m · 425 mi
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NKG ZYI (Zunyi) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 25m (768 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (421 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 245 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → ZYI
2h 25m · 768 mi
View NKG to ZYI flights →
Leg 2
ZYI → LJG
1h 35m · 421 mi
View ZYI to LJG flights →
NKG YBP (Yibin) LJG
Leg 1: 3h (879 mi) Leg 2: 1h (301 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 244 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → YBP
3h · 879 mi
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Leg 2
YBP → LJG
1h · 301 mi
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NKG DZH (Dazhou) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 18m (677 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (529 mi) Total: ~4h 8m 🍃 248 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → DZH
2h 18m · 677 mi
View NKG to DZH flights →
Leg 2
DZH → LJG
1h 50m · 529 mi
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NKG KWE (Guiyang) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 40m (812 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (405 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 250 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → KWE
2h 40m · 812 mi
View NKG to KWE flights →
Leg 2
KWE → LJG
1h 30m · 405 mi
View KWE to LJG flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Nanjing to Lijiang?

A nonstop flight from Nanjing (NKG) to Lijiang (LJG) takes approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 1,176 miles (1,892 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Nanjing to Lijiang?

5 airlines: Lucky Air, Air Travel, Juneyao Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Nanjing to Lijiang?

Yes. 5 airlines: Lucky Air, Air Travel, Juneyao Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

How far is Nanjing from Lijiang?

The flight distance from Nanjing to Lijiang is 1,176 miles (1,892 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Nanjing to Lijiang?

At 3h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 199 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 995 km.

Is the return flight from Lijiang 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 Lijiang?

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.