Nanjing to Chengdu flights
Direct and connecting flights from Nanjing Lukou Airport (NKG) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Nanjing to Chengdu take?
Flight time from Nanjing (NKG) to Chengdu (CTU) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Nanjing to Chengdu?
Airline availability for NKG to CTU changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Nanjing to Chengdu?
Direct (nonstop) availability on NKG to CTU varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Sichuan Airlines5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Air China5-yr attributed events: 1Last 90 days: none recorded
- CYZ5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Sichuan Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Air China | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| CYZ | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning NKG → CTU
NKG to CTU is a short-haul route of 1,425 km (885 mi). See the return CTU → NKG route.
Alternative airports near Nanjing: Wuhu (WHU) — 58 km, Changzhou (CZX) — 89 km.