Search Flights from Nanjing to Abu Dhabi

Quick Flight Summary from Nanjing to Abu Dhabi

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    $ 504
  • Direct flight duration 20 hour 35 min
  • Arrival airports AUH / ZVJ / XSB
  • Best days to book Thursday, Tuesday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $ 567

Cheapest flights from Nanjing to Abu Dhabi

Shortest Flight

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
24 Aug, Mon14:30
Nanjing – Abu Dhabi
13h 55m
1 stop
NKGAUH

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
17 Sep, Thu14:30
Nanjing – Abu Dhabi
13h 55m
1 stop
NKGAUH

China Eastern Airlines

China Eastern Airlines
25 Aug, Tue14:30
Nanjing – Abu Dhabi
13h 55m
1 stop
NKGAUH

China Eastern Airlines

China Eastern Airlines
19 Aug, Wed07:50
Nanjing – Abu Dhabi
20h 35m
1 stop
NKGAUH

China Eastern Airlines

China Eastern Airlines
23 Aug, Sun18:40
Nanjing – Abu Dhabi
1d 9h 45m
1 stop
NKGAUH

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
13 Sep, Sun14:30
Nanjing – Abu Dhabi
13h 55m
1 stop
NKGAUH

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific
20 Sep, Sun14:15
Nanjing – Abu Dhabi
18h 10m
2 stop
NKGAUH

China Eastern Airlines

China Eastern Airlines
5 Sep, Sat14:30
Nanjing – Abu Dhabi
13h 55m
1 stop
NKGAUH

China Eastern Airlines

China Eastern Airlines
31 Aug, Mon07:50
Nanjing – Abu Dhabi
20h 35m
1 stop
NKGAUH

Last update: 18 August 2026 08:58

Estimated Prices for Nanjing to Abu Dhabi Flights

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$ 565
Average Price
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Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Nanjing City Center

Nanjing Lukou Intl. Airport

It is very easy to reach the airport from many central districts of the city, mainly Nanjing Metro and Nanjing South Railway Station. You can evaluate alternatives such as metro, shuttle and city buses, taxi and Uber taxis, transfer and car rental companies.

Metro

Nanjing Metro is the most popular public transportation vehicle for visitors of the city because it connects the railway station, the central bus station, the city center and the airport. Before you get on the metro, you should buy your ticket for 6 Chinese Yuan. Once you have received your ticket, you should take one of the metro lines, Line 1 or Line 2, from the metro stop in the city center. If you would take Line 1, you will have to wait at Shinjiekou station. In this way, you can reach Nanjing Lukou Airport in 30 minutes.

Shuttle

The easiest way to get to Nanjing Lukou Airport from Nanjing city center is without doubt to use shuttle buses that are operated by the airport. Nanjing central bus station and railway station are the main stops where you can take shuttle buses passing through all the central points of the city. You can reach the airport in 45-50 minutes by paying 20 Chinese Yuan as of 2016. In order to get on the shuttle buses that provide transportation services between 09.30 am and 10.00 pm, you have to buy your ticket after getting on the bus. You can choose among Line 1 and 2, depending on your location, and get on the bus.

If you cannot catch the shuttle buses, you can use the normal city buses. Buses 17, 36, 44, 59, 71, 97, 141 and 309 pass through Nanjing Railway Station East Square every 20 minutes and go directly to Nanjing Lukou Airport.

Taxi

There are more than 20,000 taxis in the city center, and their use is incredibly widespread. Where ever you are in the city, you can call a taxi 24/7 to go to Nanjing Lukou Airport. Although it depends on your location within the city, the average taxi fare from the city center to the airport would be 100-125 Chinese yuan. It is possible to see a large number of taxis waiting at the exit of Nanjing central bus station, railway station and subway stops. It takes only 30 minutes to get to the airport from the city.

Car Rental

If you have an idea of ​​renting your own car to go directly to Nanjing Lukou Airport from Nanjing, it would be useful if you investigate car rental companies in the city. You have to pay attention to the fact that you would have to deliver the car that you will be renting with your international driving license immediately at the airport. There is an express way between Nanjing Lukou Airport and Nanjing, which shortens the distance of 35 kilometers between the two to 29 kilometers. It is possible to reach the airport very comfortably by using the Konggang and Airport Expressway routes.

Airport Information

Nanjing Lukou, the only international airport in Nanjing, the capital of Jiangsu province of China, is located in the Yangtze River Delta area. Nanjing Lukou Airport, located 35 kilometers south of Nanjing city center, is also connected to other cities around by metro and other public transport. There are two terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, which are serving at the airport, although they might be closed from time to time, for renewal and expansion work. There are plenty of areas and facilities that you can meet your needs and shop while you are waiting for your flight at Nanjing Lukou Airport.

At the arrival and departure terminals you can eat snacks and experience Chinese cuisine at the same time. You can relax in VIP lounges as you wish, or you can visit 10-15 stores. Especially Salted Soup Ducks, Cloud Brocades, Yuhua Tea and Rain Flower Stones are the most popular shops of the airport.

There is also a duty free store where you can find world brands at very reasonable prices. There are also various facilities ranging from the hammam to the sports hall. You can get a phone line at a reasonable price from China Mobile, handle transactions at ATMs and change currency at exchange offices.

Transportation to Abu Dhabi City Center from Airport

Zayed International Airport

Abu Dhabi International Airport is 30 kilometers east of the city center. You can easily reach the city center by shuttle bus, city bus or taxi. You can also rent a car from companies located in the city center and at the airport.

Airport Shuttle

Some airline companies flying to Abu Dhabi International Airport offer a free 24-hour shuttle service which you can benefit to go both to the airport and the city center.

City Bus

You can reach the city by taking buses A1, which depart from the airport every 40 minutes.

Taxi

Taxi is one of the alternatives that can be considered to reach the city. The most common means of transport in Abu Dhabi is taxi. However, since demand is high, you can wait for a long time under heat. Almost all the taxis accept credit cards. If you are traveling for business purposes, buying a voucher may be beneficial.

Car Rental

Renting a car is one of the most reasonable options for transportation in Abu Dhabi. Because the United Arab Emirates is a fortunate country in terms of oil reserves, oil prices are quite low. If you want to take advantage of this, it is possible to find many car rental offices in the city center and at the airport.

Abu Dhabi Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Tuesday
18 Aug
Cloudy
46°33°
Wednesday
19 Aug
Clear
44°34°
Thursday
20 Aug
Clear
40°32°
Friday
21 Aug
Clear
39°32°
Saturday
22 Aug
Clear
42°31°

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Nanjing-Abu Dhabi flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Nanjing-Abu Dhabi flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Nanjing-Abu Dhabi flights, you can use Nanjing Lukou Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Zayed International Airport, Abu Dhabi Bus Station, Sir Bani Yas Island Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Nanjing-Abu Dhabi is 6275 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 7 hour 50 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Nanjing-Abu Dhabi flights is Monday.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Etihad Airways starts from approximately $ 483.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
China Eastern Airlines
$ 565
1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage (40x55x20 cm) / 1 piece X 20 kg checked baggage / Paid Change
Etihad Airways
$ 483
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Full Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments

Last update: 15.08.2026

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