Nanjing to Beijing
1h 32m The flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) covers 891 km (554 miles) and takes approximately 1h 32m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads north on an initial great-circle bearing of 346°, passing near 35.6° N, 117.7° E at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 1h 37m | 2h 02m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 1h 09m | 1h 34m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 59m | 1h 25m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 1h 03m | 1h 28m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| NKG | PKX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Nanjing Lukou International Airport | Beijing Daxing International Airport |
| City | Nanjing | Beijing |
| Country | China | China |
| ICAO | ZSNJ | ZBAD |
| Coordinates | 31.735, 118.8659 | 39.5013, 116.414 |
| Elevation | 49 ft | 98 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Nanjing to Beijing?
A non-stop flight from Nanjing (NKG) to Beijing (PKX) takes about 1h 32m. The great-circle distance is 891 km (554 miles, 481 nautical miles), flying north on an initial bearing of 346°.
How far is Nanjing from Beijing?
891 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 554 miles or 481 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between NKG and PKX?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 891 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.