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Cheapest round-trip
$1,077
Typical prices: $1,214-$1,651
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Fri 1/26Sat 2/24
IAD - NKG • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$478
Typical prices: $648-$780
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Wed 1/17
IAD - NKG • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Nanjing. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 4% price drop
September
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Top layover airports
Beijing Capital (PEK)
Cheapest • Avg $1,461 (round-trip)
Incheon Intl (ICN)
Shortest trip • 27h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Nanjing (IAD-NKG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Nanjing

Tue, Jan 26 - Wed, Feb 24
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6:00 am - 1:00 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
42h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl
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2:15 pm - 11:33 pmNKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
46h 18m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles
$1,077Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Wed, Feb 24
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11:50 am - 1:50 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
37h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl
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1:45 pm - 9:50 amNKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
33h 05m1 stop Incheon Intl
$1,208Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Wed, Feb 24
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6:00 am - 1:00 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
42h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl
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9:05 pm - 6:30 pmNKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
34h 25m3 stops Beijing Capital Kastrup Copenhagen Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$1,418Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Wed, Feb 24
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11:50 am - 1:50 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
37h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl
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1:45 pm - 11:33 pmNKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 48m2 stops Incheon Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$1,418Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Wed, Feb 24
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12:42 pm - 1:00 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
35h 18m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Hong Kong Intl
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9:15 pm - 3:45 pmNKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
31h 30m3 stops Shenzhen Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$1,739Multiple Airlines
Fri, Apr 9 - Wed, Apr 21
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10:25 pm - 10:05 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
35h 40m2 stops London Heathrow Hong Kong Intl
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2:15 pm - 3:50 pmNKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
37h 35m2 stops Hong Kong Intl London Heathrow
$3,963Multiple Airlines
Fri, Apr 9 - Wed, Apr 21
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9:55 am - 9:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
23h 50m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Incheon Intl
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2:45 pm - 10:15 pmNKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
19h 30m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
$6,522Multiple Airlines
Fri, Apr 9 - Wed, Apr 21
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11:00 pm - 4:05 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
29h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital
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8:55 pm - 7:35 amNKG  Nanjing Lukou Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
46h 40m2 stops Beijing Capital Los Angeles
$6,682Air China
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing?

Cathay Pacific ($5,961) and Air China ($6,335) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Key details for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing flights

Low season

January

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Beat the crowds with an average 86% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 50% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Nanjing

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Your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing flight questions, answered

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing takes 00m, covering 7,436 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing?

    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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing range from $1,214 to $1,651, with an average of $1,263 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,214 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,077 to $6,682. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $546, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing usually depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and arrive at Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing pass through?

    Connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing most commonly pass through:

    • Beijing Capital (PEK) - 87% of one-stop connections
    • Incheon Intl (ICN) - 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,089 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,751, a difference of $662.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing?

    Flying via Beijing Capital (PEK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 22h 35m, compared with 27h 43m via Incheon Intl (ICN).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Nanjing?

    Nanjing is 12 hours ahead of Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (China Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing 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 Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,089, about $662 less than Sunday fares (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nanjing trip for November. Fares historically average $1,210 round-trip in that month - typically $766 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport.

    • Pullman Nanjing Lukou Airport
    • Fliport Garden Hotel Nanjing

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