Cheap Flights from Nanjing to Los Angeles from $480

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Nanjing to Los Angeles (NKG-LAX)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Cathay Pacific offers one-way fares as low as $480 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. NKG to LAX on Fri, Sep 11), while China Eastern Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $966 departing on Mon, Aug 24 and returning on Wed, Aug 26.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Nanjing to Los Angeles?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Nanjing to Los Angeles with the following airlines, including: China Eastern Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• When is the best time to book flights from Nanjing to Los Angeles?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Nanjing to Los Angeles is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Nanjing to Los Angeles?

  To find best deals on flights from Nanjing to Los Angeles, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Fri, Sep 11, with one-way flights priced at just $480.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Cathay Pacific.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Los Angeles travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Nanjing (NKG) to Los Angeles (LAX) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Nanjing to Los Angeles is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Nanjing to Los Angeles on?

  After crunching the numbers on our July flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Nanjing to Los Angeles on July 23, 2026 with Sichuan Airlines, with prices starting at $650.

• Which airports can I fly to for Los Angeles from Nanjing?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Los Angeles, with Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport (NKG-LAX) is by far the most common option on this route: Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) Ontario International Airport (ONT) Van Nuys Airport (VNY).

• Is there any time difference between Nanjing and Los Angeles?

  The time difference between Los Angeles and Nanjing is 16h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Nanjing to Los Angeles?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.