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Cheapest return flight
$1,222
Typical prices: $1,192-$1,622
Multiple Airlines
Thu 22/11Thu 29/11
AKL - NKG • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Auckland and Nanjing. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 69% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 27% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK)
Cheapest • Avg $1,106 (return)
Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)
Shortest trip • 17h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Auckland to Nanjing (AKL-NKG)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Auckland to Nanjing

Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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06:10 - 23:25AKL  Auckland Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
22h 15m2 stops Melbourne Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
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18:30 - 00:25NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
24h 55m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,222Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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22:25 - 11:30AKL  Auckland Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
18h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
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17:30 - 07:00NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
32h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,445China Southern
2 days ago
Tue, 20 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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14:25 - 13:00AKL  Auckland Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
27h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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08:20 - 13:25NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
24h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,673Cathay Pacific
2 days ago
Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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06:00 - 13:00AKL  Auckland Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
36h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl
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13:55 - 18:40NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
23h 45m1 stop Shenzhen
$1,674Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
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14:25 - 13:00AKL  Auckland Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
27h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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14:15 - 13:25NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
18h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,755Cathay Pacific
2 days ago
Tue, 20 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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14:25 - 13:00AKL  Auckland Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
27h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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17:30 - 23:00NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
24h 30m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,765Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Tue, 20 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
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20:30 - 19:55AKL  Auckland Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
28h 25m1 stop Beijing Capital
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08:55 - 17:35NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 40m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,817Air China
2 days ago
Tue, 20 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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20:30 - 22:45AKL  Auckland Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
31h 15m1 stop Beijing Capital
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14:00 - 17:35NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
22h 35m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,817Air China
2 days ago
Wed, 23 Dec - Sun, 10 Jan
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22:25 - 14:20AKL  Auckland Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
20h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
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19:30 - 16:15NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
15h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,842China Southern
3 hours ago
Fri, 18 Dec - Fri, 29 Jan
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10:00 - 21:25AKL  Auckland Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
16h 25m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
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11:30 - 16:15NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
23h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$2,043China Southern
14 hours ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Auckland to Nanjing flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Nanjing?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Nanjing. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Nanjing?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Nanjing at $990 return.
•December ($1,954) and March ($1,562) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 97% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Auckland to Nanjing the cheapest?

Flights from Auckland to Nanjing are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 69% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Auckland to Nanjing flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$1,222
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in traveller numbers.
Round-trip flight from Auckland to Nanjing

When to book flights from Auckland to Nanjing

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Auckland to Nanjing based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Auckland to Nanjing flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Auckland to Nanjing?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Auckland to Nanjing.

  • How long is a flight from Auckland to Nanjing?

    A direct flight from Auckland to Nanjing takes 00m, covering 15,439 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Auckland to Nanjing?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Auckland to Nanjing flight?

    Return flights from Auckland to Nanjing range from $1,192 to $1,622, with an average of $1,365 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,192 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Auckland to Nanjing flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 25% above the $1,365 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Auckland to Nanjing changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,222 to $9,826. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Auckland to Nanjing?

    Flights from Auckland to Nanjing usually depart from Auckland Intl (AKL) and arrive at Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Auckland to Nanjing pass through?

    One-stop flights from Auckland to Nanjing most commonly connect through:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 66% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Shenzhen (SZX) – 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Auckland to Nanjing?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Auckland to Nanjing. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,299 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,559, a difference of $260.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Auckland to Nanjing?

    Flying via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 17h 41m, compared to 18h 50m via Shenzhen (SZX) and 19h 41m via Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU).

  • What is the time difference between Auckland and Nanjing?

    Nanjing is 5 hours behind Auckland (China Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Auckland to Nanjing flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,299, about $260 less than Saturday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 69% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Auckland to Nanjing trip for May. Fares historically average $990 return in that month – typically $964 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport.

    • Nanjing China Eastern Airlines Yan Guilai Business Hotel

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