Direct (nonstop) flights from Nanjing to Sanya

7 airlines fly nonstop from Lu Kou Airport (NKG) to Phoenix International (SYX). It's 1,097 miles (1,765 km), about 3h 10m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and others.

NKG
Lu Kou Airport
🇨🇳 Nanjing, China
SYX
Phoenix International
🇨🇳 Sanya, China
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,097 mi
1,765 km
CO₂/pax
185 kg
−65 kg vs. layover
Airlines
7
Sichuan Airlines +6
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines +1 more

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
NKG → SYX
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,097 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
NKG → SYX
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,097 mi
Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
NKG → SYX
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,097 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
NKG → SYX
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,097 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
NKG → SYX
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,097 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
NKG → SYX
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,097 mi
Qingdao Airlines QW Qingdao Airlines
Route
NKG → SYX
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,097 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Nanjing to Sanya with one stop · direct emits 185 kg CO₂ per passenger

NKG JJN (Jinjiang) SYX
Leg 1: 1h 40m (477 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (740 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 250 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → JJN
1h 40m · 477 mi
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Leg 2
JJN → SYX
2h 10m · 740 mi
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NKG FOC (Fuzhou) SYX
Leg 1: 1h 30m (403 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (841 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 256 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → FOC
1h 30m · 403 mi
View NKG to FOC flights →
Leg 2
FOC → SYX
2h 25m · 841 mi
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NKG KWL (Guilin) SYX
Leg 1: 2h 20m (699 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (477 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 242 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → KWL
2h 20m · 699 mi
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Leg 2
KWL → SYX
1h 35m · 477 mi
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NKG ZHA (Zhanjiang) SYX
Leg 1: 2h 45m (895 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (209 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 230 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → ZHA
2h 45m · 895 mi
View NKG to ZHA flights →
Leg 2
ZHA → SYX
1h 10m · 209 mi
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NKG CAN (Guangzhou) SYX
Leg 1: 2h 25m (668 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (431 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 229 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → CAN
2h 25m · 668 mi
View NKG to CAN flights →
Leg 2
CAN → SYX
1h 40m · 431 mi
View CAN to SYX flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Nanjing to Sanya?

A nonstop flight from Nanjing (NKG) to Sanya (SYX) takes approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 1,097 miles (1,765 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Nanjing to Sanya?

7 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Nanjing to Sanya?

Yes. 7 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines.

How far is Nanjing from Sanya?

The flight distance from Nanjing to Sanya is 1,097 miles (1,765 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 Sanya?

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 Sanya?

Roughly 185 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 925 km.

Is the return flight from Sanya 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 Sanya?

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.