Direct (nonstop) flights from Nanjing to Beijing

1 airline flys nonstop from Lu Kou Airport (NKG) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). It's 589 miles (948 km), about 2h 3m in the air. Operated by Air China.

NKG
Lu Kou Airport
🇨🇳 Nanjing, China
PEK
Beijing Capital International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
Flight Time
2h 3m
Distance
589 mi
948 km
CO₂/pax
109 kg
−35 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air China
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air China Air China

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
NKG → PEK
Flight Time
2h 3m
Distance
589 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Nanjing to Beijing with one stop · direct emits 109 kg CO₂ per passenger

NKG TAO (Qingdao) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 15m (326 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (319 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 144 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → TAO
1h 15m · 326 mi
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Leg 2
TAO → PEK
1h 35m · 319 mi
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NKG YNT (Yantai) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 30m (425 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (290 mi) Total: ~2h 58m 🍃 158 kg CO₂ (+45% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → YNT
1h 30m · 425 mi
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Leg 2
YNT → PEK
1h 28m · 290 mi
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NKG DLC (Dalian) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 45m (520 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (275 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 172 kg CO₂ (+58% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → DLC
1h 45m · 520 mi
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Leg 2
DLC → PEK
1h 25m · 275 mi
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NKG TYN (Taiyuan) PEK
Leg 1: 2h (546 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (267 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+61% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → TYN
2h · 546 mi
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Leg 2
TYN → PEK
1h 10m · 267 mi
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NKG WEH (Weihai) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 40m (422 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (365 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 171 kg CO₂ (+57% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → WEH
1h 40m · 422 mi
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Leg 2
WEH → PEK
1h 30m · 365 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Nanjing to Beijing?

A nonstop flight from Nanjing (NKG) to Beijing (PEK) takes approximately 2 hours and 3 minutes. The distance is 589 miles (948 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Nanjing to Beijing?

Just Air China.

Is there a nonstop flight from Nanjing to Beijing?

Yes. 1 airline: Air China.

How far is Nanjing from Beijing?

The flight distance from Nanjing to Beijing is 589 miles (948 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Nanjing to Beijing?

At 2h 3m, 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 Beijing?

Roughly 109 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 545 km.

Is the return flight from Beijing 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 Beijing?

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.