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Cheap flights from Nanjing (NKG) to San Francisco (SFO) from $890

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
NKG — SFO
Jun 15 — Jun 221
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Cheap flight deals from Nanjing to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nanjing (NKG) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 10, 2024.

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August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,147

Round-trip from

$268
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From Nanjing Lukou Intl to San Francisco
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Nanjing to San Francisco?

Flying to your destination on a Saturday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to San Francisco. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nanjing to San Francisco?

May can be a great time to fly to San Francisco from Nanjing with a flight ticket averaging about $1,298. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of May for as cheap as $927. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of August.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NKG to SFO?

It’s optimal to fly from Nanjing to San Francisco in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap Nanjing to San Francisco flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Nanjing to San Francisco specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,080,152 searches. Prices were last updated on June 10, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Nanjing to San Francisco in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Mon 7/12:50 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop15h 50mAsiana Airlines
Mon 8/1911:30 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop23h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,241
Mon 7/12:50 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop15h 50mAsiana Airlines
Mon 8/1911:30 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop23h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,348
Tue 7/22:50 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop15h 50mAsiana Airlines
Mon 7/2911:30 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop23h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,351
Wed 7/36:55 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops40h 20mChina Southern
Mon 7/2912:35 amSFO - NKG
2 stops23h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 6/10$1,521
Thu 7/42:50 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop15h 50mAsiana Airlines
Wed 7/3111:30 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop23h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,573
Tue 7/22:15 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop23h 30mCathay Pacific
Sun 7/2812:55 amSFO - NKG
1 stop21h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/10$1,585
Mon 7/12:15 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop23h 30mCathay Pacific
Sun 8/1812:55 amSFO - NKG
1 stop21h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/10$1,616
Wed 7/32:50 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop15h 50mAsiana Airlines
Tue 7/3011:30 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop23h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,670
Fri 7/192:50 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop15h 50mAsiana Airlines
Tue 8/2711:30 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop23h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,713

Nanjing to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Nanjing and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,080,152 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Nanjing to San Francisco in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 10/312:50 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop15h 10mAsiana Airlines
Wed 11/1311:30 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop22h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/10$890
Sat 12/149:40 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops37h 35mChina Southern
Sat 1/411:35 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop23h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 6/10$1,026
Sat 9/282:50 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop15h 20mAsiana Airlines
Mon 10/711:30 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop23h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,042
Wed 9/252:50 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop15h 20mAsiana Airlines
Wed 1/1511:30 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop22h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,111
Sat 12/148:10 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops39h 05mChina Southern
Sat 1/42:19 pmSFO - NKG
2 stops32h 51mChina Southern
Deal found 6/10$1,141
Thu 10/3110:25 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops52h 35mAir China
Wed 11/131:20 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop28h 50mAir China
Deal found 6/9$1,158
Thu 10/3110:25 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops52h 35mAir China
Wed 11/131:20 pmSFO - NKG
2 stops33h 50mAir China
Deal found 6/9$1,171
Sat 12/145:55 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Sat 1/411:35 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop27h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 6/10$1,186
Thu 10/317:05 amNKG - SFO
1 stop17h 55mChina Eastern
Wed 11/136:30 amSFO - NKG
2 stops25h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/10$1,239

One-way flights to San Francisco from Nanjing

Search for one-way flight options from Nanjing to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,080,152 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Nanjing to San Francisco can select one of these great deals. For those needing a return trip from Nanjing, there is a search form available above.
Mon 7/87:30 amNKG - SFO
1 stop16h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/9$1,229
Mon 7/812:45 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops22h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 6/9$1,257
Mon 7/810:10 amNKG - SFO
3 stops25h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 6/10$2,912

Find flights from Nanjing to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Nanjing to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,080,152 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.

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$890 - $2,159

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Return

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Nanjing Lukou IntlSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 10/31

1 stop15h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 11/13

1 stop22h 10m

$890

Nanjing Lukou IntlSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 9/28

1 stop15h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 10/7

1 stop23h 10m

$1,042

Nanjing Lukou IntlSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 9/25

1 stop15h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 1/15

1 stop22h 10m

$1,111

Nanjing Lukou IntlSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 10/31

2 stops52h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 11/13

1 stop28h 50m

$1,158

Nanjing Lukou IntlSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 10/31

2 stops52h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 11/13

2 stops33h 50m

$1,171

Nanjing Lukou IntlSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 10/31

1 stop17h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 11/13

2 stops25h 00m

$1,239

Nanjing Lukou IntlSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 7/3

2 stops40h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 7/29

2 stops23h 55m

$1,521

Nanjing Lukou IntlSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 7/2

1 stop23h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 7/28

1 stop21h 05m

$1,585

Nanjing Lukou IntlSan Francisco

NKG - SFO

NKGSFO

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 7/2

2 stops35h 34m

San Francisco

Mon 7/29

2 stops26h 15m

$2,159

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What is the cheapest day to fly from Nanjing to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Nanjing to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Nanjing to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SFO

Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated June 10, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown China Southern, Cathay Pacific and Asiana Airlines from Nanjing to San Francisco. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.4
Very good
564 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed, ground crew was not helpful. There’s little communication when boarding. Food was okay. Overall experience was okay.

Asiana Airlines
8.4
Very good
564 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.4
Very good
564 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed, ground crew was not helpful. There’s little communication when boarding. Food was okay. Overall experience was okay.

Cathay Pacific
7.8
Good
1,030 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.4
Very good
564 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed, ground crew was not helpful. There’s little communication when boarding. Food was okay. Overall experience was okay.

China Eastern
7.3
Good
461 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.4
Very good
564 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed, ground crew was not helpful. There’s little communication when boarding. Food was okay. Overall experience was okay.

Air China
7.0
Good
377 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.4
Very good
564 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed, ground crew was not helpful. There’s little communication when boarding. Food was okay. Overall experience was okay.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Nanjing to San Francisco for under $900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Nanjing to San Francisco for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Asiana Airlines for just $890, but on average you can expect to pay $1,395.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nanjing to San Francisco round-trip?

    Flying on Asiana Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $890. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air China and China Eastern, with the lowest prices starting at $1,158 and $1,239, respectively. You may be able to fly from Nanjing to San Francisco for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What does NKG to SFO mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a NKG to SFO flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nanjing to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Nanjing to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Nanjing to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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    Yes. In addition to deals on Nanjing to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Nanjing to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Nanjing to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nanjing to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nanjing to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Nanjing to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Nanjing to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Nanjing to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Nanjing to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The Nanjing to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/10.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Nanjing to San Francisco?

    When booking a flight from Nanjing to San Francisco, you may want to consider flying on Air China, Cathay Pacific or Korean Air as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nanjing to San Francisco?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanjing to San Francisco (average of $268). Flying from Nanjing to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Air ChinaCheapest$1,026Average$1,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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