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Cheapest return flight
RM 968
Typical prices: RM 1,206-RM 1,702
Scoot, XiamenAir
Mon 3/12Mon 1/1
NKG - KUL • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
RM 1,115
Typical prices: RM 1,376-RM 1,795
XiamenAir
Mon 3/12Mon 1/1
NKG - KUL • Direct
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You can fly direct with China Eastern and XiamenAir. Average duration is 5h 40m
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Most punctual • 82% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Cheapest • 29% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg RM 1,070 (return)
Shortest trip • 8h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl (NKG-KUL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu, 3 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan
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17:00 - 18:15NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
25h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
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16:00 - 21:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
5h 25mdirect
RM 968Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 3 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan
Scoot Logo
17:00 - 18:15NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
25h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
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06:55 - 22:05KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
15h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi
RM 996Scoot
1 day ago
Mon, 30 Nov - Thu, 31 Dec
Scoot Logo
17:00 - 16:15NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
23h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
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19:15 - 22:05KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
26h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
RM 1,053Scoot
2 days ago
Wed, 13 Jan - Fri, 19 Feb
Scoot Logo
17:00 - 10:15NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
17h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
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22:00 - 15:45KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
17h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
RM 1,082Scoot
3+ days ago
Mon, 16 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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11:25 - 14:10NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
26h 45m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
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00:45 - 15:00KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
14h 15m1 stop Chongqing Jiangbei Intl
RM 1,090Sichuan Airlines
13 hours ago
Mon, 16 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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19:40 - 23:20NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
27h 40m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
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15:10 - 10:10KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
19h 00m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
RM 1,090Sichuan Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 3 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan
XiamenAir Logo
09:15 - 14:55NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
5h 40mdirect
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16:00 - 21:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
5h 25mdirect
RM 1,115XiamenAir
1 day ago
Wed, 13 Jan - Thu, 18 Feb
China Eastern Logo
23:45 - 05:30NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
5h 45mdirect
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00:40 - 06:30KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
5h 50mdirect
RM 1,376China Eastern
3+ days ago
Sun, 6 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
China Eastern Logo
23:45 - 05:30NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
5h 45mdirect
China Eastern Logo
06:50 - 12:40KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
5h 50mdirect
RM 1,523China Eastern
3+ days ago
Sun, 6 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
China Eastern Logo
23:45 - 05:30NKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
5h 45mdirect
China Eastern Logo
06:50 - 12:40KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
5h 50mdirect
RM 1,572China Eastern
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. It's 24% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport at RM 1,053 return.
•October (RM 1,915) and November (RM 1,711) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 81% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

RM 465
Beat the crowds with an average 68% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 41% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

When to book flights from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 07:45 and lands at 13:25
    • Latest: departs at 23:45 and lands at 05:25.

    The flight takes about 5h 40m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport takes 5h 40m, covering 5,937 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport range from RM 1,206 to RM 1,702, with an average of RM 1,482 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 1,206 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average RM 1,070 return via Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK), compared with RM 1,518 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge RM 408–RM 408 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by China Eastern. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, Night flights for 33%, and Afternoon flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about RM 968 to RM 4,597. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about RM 540, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL)?

    Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around RM 46 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Paradise
    • Galaxy Asia Car Rental
    • Europcar
    • SEIYON Rent a Car
    • R&R Rent A Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Flights from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport usually depart from Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG) and arrive at Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport route, 21% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 56m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN) – 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at RM 1,139 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at RM 1,560, a difference of RM 421.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Nanjing and Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • China Eastern
    • XiamenAir

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Flying via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 8h 27m, compared to 8h 58m via Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN) and 10h 02m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

  • What popular places can I visit in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport are KLCC Park, World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, and Berjaya Times Square. These are among the most viewed places in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights?

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

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

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

Your guide to booking Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average RM 1,139, which is about RM 421 less than Thursday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport trip for March. Fares historically average RM 1,053 return in that month – typically RM 861 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with China Eastern. Over the past three months, 82% of China Eastern flights from Nanjing to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 79%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 56m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Haikou Meilan Intl Airport (HAK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages RM 1,070 return on this route – about RM 448 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Nanjing Lukou Intl to Kuala Lumpur Intl?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Nanjing Lukou Intl to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Monday

China Eastern,XiamenAir

China Eastern,XiamenAir

Tuesday

China Eastern,XiamenAir

China Eastern,XiamenAir

Wednesday

China Eastern,XiamenAir

China Eastern,XiamenAir

Thursday

China Eastern,XiamenAir

China Eastern,XiamenAir

Friday

China Eastern,XiamenAir

China Eastern,XiamenAir

Saturday

China Eastern,XiamenAir

China Eastern,XiamenAir

Sunday

China Eastern,XiamenAir

China Eastern,XiamenAir

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Direct returns

Kuala Lumpur Intl to Nanjing Lukou Intl

Monday

China Eastern,XiamenAir

China Eastern,XiamenAir

Tuesday

China Eastern,XiamenAir

China Eastern,XiamenAir

Wednesday

China Eastern,XiamenAir

China Eastern,XiamenAir

Thursday

China Eastern,XiamenAir

China Eastern,XiamenAir

Friday

China Eastern,XiamenAir

China Eastern,XiamenAir

Saturday

China Eastern,XiamenAir

China Eastern,XiamenAir

Sunday

China Eastern,XiamenAir

China Eastern,XiamenAir

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