Travelling from Seattle to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG): What you need to know
Seattle has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Nanjing Lukou International Airport is located in Nanjing. The city follows the UTC+8 timezone and is 15 hours ahead of Seattle.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Seattle to NKG.
Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Seattle to NKG with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between SEA and NKG include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Travelling from central Seattle to SEA takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Seattle to Nanjing Lukou International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that depart SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
LKE is about 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Seattle to NKG flight? Kick back in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
Consider booking a hotel near NKG if you're catching a late flight from Seattle to Nanjing Lukou International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
You'll find NKG at Yingbin Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Nanjing Lukou International Airport is ج.م. 22,197. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 40,396. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seattle to NKG. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Seattle to Nanjing Lukou International Airport ticket.
Save time searching for cheap flight tickets from Seattle to NKG by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Seattle to Nanjing Lukou International Airport.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
June is when most people book flights from Seattle to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG). Plan your visit to Nanjing in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Nanjing is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 34ºC. Book your Seattle to NKG flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Nanjing Lukou International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC and 11ºC.
More about Nanjing
Start your Nanjing trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Seattle to Nanjing Lukou International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Nanjing City Wall and Zijin Tower are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Nanjing must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres east of Nanjing, a trip to Shanghai will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like 外滩-观景平台, 外滩建筑群 and Shanghai Museum.
Around 177 kilometres east of Nanjing, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road.
