Direct (nonstop) flights from Nanjing to Taiyuan

5 airlines fly nonstop from Lu Kou Airport (NKG) to Taiyuan Wusu International Airport (TYN). It's 546 miles (878 km), about 2h in the air. Operated by Juneyao Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Xiamen Airlines and others.

NKG
Lu Kou Airport
🇨🇳 Nanjing, China
TYN
Taiyuan Wusu International Airport
🇨🇳 Taiyuan, China
Flight Time
2h
Distance
546 mi
878 km
CO₂/pax
101 kg
−62 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Juneyao Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Xiamen Airlines Xiamen Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Shenzhen Airlines Shenzhen Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
NKG → TYN
Flight Time
2h
Distance
546 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
NKG → TYN
Flight Time
2h
Distance
546 mi
Xiamen Airlines MF Xiamen Airlines
Route
NKG → TYN
Flight Time
2h
Distance
546 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
NKG → TYN
Flight Time
2h
Distance
546 mi
Shenzhen Airlines ZH Shenzhen Airlines
Route
NKG → TYN
Flight Time
2h
Distance
546 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Nanjing to Taiyuan with one stop · direct emits 101 kg CO₂ per passenger

NKG TAO (Qingdao) TYN
Leg 1: 1h 15m (326 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (423 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 163 kg CO₂ (+61% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → TAO
1h 15m · 326 mi
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Leg 2
TAO → TYN
1h 50m · 423 mi
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NKG YNT (Yantai) TYN
Leg 1: 1h 30m (425 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (458 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 189 kg CO₂ (+87% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → YNT
1h 30m · 425 mi
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Leg 2
YNT → TYN
1h 40m · 458 mi
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NKG XFN (Xiangyang) TYN
Leg 1: 1h 45m (387 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (386 mi) Total: ~3h 13m 🍃 169 kg CO₂ (+67% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → XFN
1h 45m · 387 mi
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Leg 2
XFN → TYN
1h 28m · 386 mi
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NKG ENH (Enshi) TYN
Leg 1: 1h 50m (565 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (542 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 230 kg CO₂ (+128% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → ENH
1h 50m · 565 mi
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Leg 2
ENH → TYN
1h 25m · 542 mi
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NKG PEK (Beijing) TYN
Leg 1: 2h 3m (589 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (267 mi) Total: ~3h 18m 🍃 183 kg CO₂ (+81% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → PEK
2h 3m · 589 mi
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Leg 2
PEK → TYN
1h 15m · 267 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Nanjing to Taiyuan?

A nonstop flight from Nanjing (NKG) to Taiyuan (TYN) takes approximately 2 hours. The distance is 546 miles (878 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Nanjing to Taiyuan?

5 airlines: Juneyao Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Nanjing to Taiyuan?

Yes. 5 airlines: Juneyao Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

How far is Nanjing from Taiyuan?

The flight distance from Nanjing to Taiyuan is 546 miles (878 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Nanjing to Taiyuan?

At 2h, 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 Taiyuan?

Roughly 101 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 505 km.

Is the return flight from Taiyuan 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 Taiyuan?

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.