Flying from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to London: what you need to know
Nanjing Lukou International Airport is located in Nanjing. Following the UTC+0 timezone, London is eight hours behind Nanjing.
Leave enough time to catch your NKG to London flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from NKG to London with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
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To get to NKG from central Nanjing, it takes about 40 minutes by car. It's roughly 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a hotel close to NKG? If you're boarding an early flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to London, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Nanjing Lukou International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 85.92% of flights that take off from NKG reach their destination without delay.
You'll find NKG at Yingbin Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to London
₹ 28,453 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Nanjing Lukou International Airport to London flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is ₹ 59,527. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from NKG to London if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to London across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 31 kilometres. It takes around 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and experience more of London and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance of your flight from NKG to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is roughly 80 kilometres from the centre of London. After your flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 30 minutes or so.
Following your NKG to London flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to LGW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia make collecting a London Gatwick Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at LGW will save you money.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to London has arrived. Central London is around 64 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour to get to by car.
Public transport will take you there in around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Find a hotel near STN and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late NKG to London flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options bring comfort closer to you:
Begin your trip without stressing about how to reach your destination with a Stansted Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with reliable names here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your vehicle from STN four weeks before your flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to London for the best deals.
Best time to go to London
Travel to London during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to London during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before booking a Nanjing Lukou International Airport to London flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NKG to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in London right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to London:
The British Museum and Big Ben are just two of the top attractions to put on your London itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Buckingham Palace.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom you'll want to see. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If there's time to check out another corner of United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key reasons to visit.