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Only China Eastern operates flights between Nanjing and Sydney.

Flights from Nanjing to Sydney usually depart from Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG) and arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• China Eastern: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Nanjing to Sydney:

• Economy class
• Business Class

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $633 return via Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU), compared with $1,296 for direct.

One-stop flights from Nanjing to Sydney most commonly connect through:

• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 27% of one-stop connections
• Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 23% of one-stop connections
• Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 18% of one-stop connections
• Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK) – 14% of one-stop connections

Hong Kong Intl (HKG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the Nanjing to Sydney route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $768 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,156, a difference of $388. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Some of the most popular sights in Sydney are Sydney Opera House, Star Casino, and Capitol Theatre. These are among the most viewed places in Sydney on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Nanjing to Sydney:

• Earliest: departs at 18:55 and lands at 06:00
• Latest: departs at 19:00 and lands at 06:05.

The flight takes about 11h 05m.

A direct flight from Nanjing to Sydney takes 11h 05m, covering 12,945 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

One-way fares from Nanjing to Sydney are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $434, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 38m, compared to 15h 46m via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) and 16h 13m via Beijing Capital (PEK).

Sydney is 2 hours ahead of Nanjing (Eastern Australia Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Bargain Car Rentals
• East Coast Car Rentals
• EverythingFleet
• YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL
• No Birds

Return flights from Nanjing to Sydney range from $714 to $1,100, with an average of $889 over the past 12 months. Anything below $714 counts as a good deal.