Flying from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to Taipei: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Taipei is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Taipei and Nanjing (where Nanjing Lukou International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the most popular route, with six weekly departures to choose from. You can travel from NKG to TPE at 07:35 with China Eastern Airlines.
To avoid missing your NKG to Taipei flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Traveling during a peak time like February? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Taipei ticket. Start your trip at NKG and end it at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
China Eastern Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Taipei.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from NKG to Taipei with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Traveling from central Nanjing to NKG takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometers in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Taipei? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near NKG:
Nanjing Lukou International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 86% of flights that depart NKG reach their destination on time.
You'll find NKG at Yingbin Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to Taipei
AED 524 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Taipei flight. Return plane tickets start at AED 966. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from NKG to Taipei if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Taipei across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is roughly 40 kilometers. It'll take you about 40 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Taipei, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near TPE:
Booking your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks before your flight from NKG to Taipei can help you get the lowest rate.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Once your flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Taipei has touched down, you can get to the city center in about 15 minutes by car. Central Taipei is roughly 6 kilometers from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the center in 25 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near TSA. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your NKG to Taipei flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
February is the most popular month for flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Taipei. To avoid the crowds, head to Taipei in December.
Lock in a Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Taipei plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NKG to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Taipei
After booking your flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Taipei, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Taipei:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Taipei 101, Taipei 101 Observatory and Shilin Night Market are leading attractions which should be on every Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taichung is just one of the many cities in Taiwan waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Taipei. Around 129 kilometers away to the southwest, well-known attractions include Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.
Around 257 kilometers southwest of Taipei, Tainan is another essential stop in Taiwan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Chi Mei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Fort.