Nanjing Lukou International Airport

ZSNJ / NKG

Nanjing, CN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
--
--°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZSNJ 041000Z 10006MPS 9999 FEW026 09/04 Q1021 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 49 ft
FEW 2,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,649 ft AMSL
QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1019 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (49 ft)
Pressure Alt
-184 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -892 ft
ISA Deviation: -5.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ZSNJ 040904Z 0412/0512 08005MPS 3000 BR BKN026 TX13/0506Z TN06/0422Z BECMG 0503/0505 36004MPS
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:05Z BASE
+0h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 2,600 ft
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

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SNJ
06
24
07
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
06/24 11,811 ft 148 ft CON 58°
07/25 11,810 ft 197 ft CON 58°

Weather Statistics - ZSNJ

3,916 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
48.7%
MVFR
30.6%
IFR
17.4%
LIFR
3.3%

Nanjing Lukou International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 48.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 20.7% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are December, September, October.

Temperature Range

Average: 11.6°C
Range: -7°C to 37°C
-7°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

December September October

Statistics computed from 3,916 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nanjing Lukou International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZSNJ
IATA Code: NKG
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 49 ft MSL

Location

City: Nanjing
Country: CN
Latitude: 31.735032°
Longitude: 118.865949°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 07/25
Length: 11,810 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Nanjing Lukou International Airport

Overview

Nanjing Lukou International Airport serves as a major aviation hub for Nanjing, located in Jiangsu Province, China. Positioned at 49 feet mean sea level, the airport supports large commercial aircraft operations with two substantial concrete runways. Its strategic location facilitates significant passenger and cargo traffic for the Nanjing metropolitan area.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation of 49 feet MSL suggests minimal terrain-related weather variations. Being near the Yangtze River delta region, pilots can anticipate potential seasonal humidity and occasional fog conditions. Temperature and wind patterns will likely fluctuate between maritime and continental influences typical of the region.

Notable Features

Nanjing Lukou International Airport features two parallel runways measuring 11,810-11,811 feet in length, capable of handling wide-body aircraft. The runway orientation of 06/24 and 07/25 provides flexibility for landing and takeoff based on prevailing wind conditions. Its substantial runway lengths enable operations for most commercial and cargo aircraft types.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will typically depend on wind direction, with the closely aligned 06/24 and 07/25 runways offering operational redundancy. The concrete runway surfaces provide stable landing conditions across both primary runway configurations. Pilots should anticipate standard instrument approach procedures consistent with a large international airport serving a major Chinese metropolitan area.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.