Nanjing to Jilin flights
Jilin lies 1,476 km (917 mi) north-east of Nanjing, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 39 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Nanjing | Jilin | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 9.3 million | 1.9 million |
| Elevation | 22 m (72 ft) | 188 m (617 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | NKG, 37 km out | CGQ, 72 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Nanjing
Nanjing is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG), 37 km (23 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Changzhou Benniu International Airport (CZX, 95 km).
Arriving in Jilin
Jilin is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Changchun Longjia International Airport (CGQ), 72 km (45 mi) from the centre, whose 10,500-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Changchun Longjia International Airport | CGQ | 72 km (45 mi) | 10,500 ft | 706 ft |
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Staying in Jilin
Our booking partner lists 12 places to stay in Jilin. Of the 11 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (4). Guests have left 28 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Jilin from Nanjing?
1,476 km (917 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Nanjing.
How long does it take to get from Nanjing to Jilin by air?
About 2 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nanjing and Jilin?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Which airports are used for Nanjing to Jilin flights?
Typically Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to Changchun Longjia International Airport (CGQ).
Where can I stay in Jilin?
Our booking partner lists 12 places to stay in Jilin, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.