Direct (nonstop) flights from Nanjing to Lhasa/Lasa

1 airline flys nonstop from Lu Kou Airport (NKG) to Lhasa Airport (LXA). It's 1,671 miles (2,689 km), about 4h 35m in the air. Operated by Tibet Airlines.

NKG
Lu Kou Airport
🇨🇳 Nanjing, China
LXA
Lhasa Airport
🇨🇳 Lhasa/Lasa, China
Flight Time
4h 35m
Distance
1,671 mi
2,689 km
CO₂/pax
282 kg
−52 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Tibet Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Tibet Airlines Tibet Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Tibet Airlines TV Tibet Airlines
Route
NKG → LXA
Flight Time
4h 35m
Distance
1,671 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Nanjing to Lhasa/Lasa with one stop · direct emits 282 kg CO₂ per passenger

NKG MIG (Mian Yang) LXA
Leg 1: 2h 28m (832 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (838 mi) Total: ~4h 58m 🍃 334 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → MIG
2h 28m · 832 mi
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Leg 2
MIG → LXA
2h 30m · 838 mi
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NKG DZH (Dazhou) LXA
Leg 1: 2h 18m (677 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (995 mi) Total: ~5h 3m 🍃 318 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → DZH
2h 18m · 677 mi
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Leg 2
DZH → LXA
2h 45m · 995 mi
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NKG CTU (Chengdu) LXA
Leg 1: 2h 50m (886 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (787 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 335 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → CTU
2h 50m · 886 mi
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Leg 2
CTU → LXA
2h 25m · 787 mi
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NKG GYS (Guangyuan) LXA
Leg 1: 2h 35m (774 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (903 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 335 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → GYS
2h 35m · 774 mi
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Leg 2
GYS → LXA
2h 40m · 903 mi
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NKG CSX (Changsha) LXA
Leg 1: 1h 45m (417 mi) Leg 2: 3h 35m (1,353 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 331 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → CSX
1h 45m · 417 mi
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Leg 2
CSX → LXA
3h 35m · 1,353 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Nanjing to Lhasa/Lasa?

A nonstop flight from Nanjing (NKG) to Lhasa/Lasa (LXA) takes approximately 4 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 1,671 miles (2,689 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Nanjing to Lhasa/Lasa?

Just Tibet Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Nanjing to Lhasa/Lasa?

Yes. 1 airline: Tibet Airlines.

How far is Nanjing from Lhasa/Lasa?

The flight distance from Nanjing to Lhasa/Lasa is 1,671 miles (2,689 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Nanjing to Lhasa/Lasa?

At 4h 35m, 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 Lhasa/Lasa?

Roughly 282 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,410 km.

Is the return flight from Lhasa/Lasa 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 Lhasa/Lasa?

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.