What airport do you fly into for flights to Xi'an?

Travelers will need to book flights to Xianyang (XIY) if they wish to fly to Xi'an. The Xi'an airport is 16.5 mi from the city center.

Can I find cheaper flights to Xi'an if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Xi'an on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Xi'an?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Tianjin Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Xi'an.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Xi'an?

Xi'an Xianyang is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Xi'an. One-way flights to Xi'an Xianyang typically cost £63, while return flights cost around £339.

How much is a return flight to Xi'an?

A return flight to Xi'an will typically cost around £339, however they can be found for as little as £339.

Where does the fastest flight to Xi'an depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Xi'an, London offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 20 minutes).

Does Xi'an Xianyang have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Xi'an Xianyang can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Xi'an Xianyang?

Yes. Xi'an Xianyang has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Xinhang Business Hotel Xi'an is the closest property to Xi'an Xianyang (0.0 mi away from Xi'an Xianyang).

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£345

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How long is the flight to Xi'an?

On average, a flight from London to Xi'an takes 16 hours 26 minutes. Flights to Xi'an from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Xi'an?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Xi'an are Tianjin Airlines, Hainan Airlines and China Southern.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Xi'an?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Xi'an are China Southern, Tianjin Airlines and Air China.

Rainfall in Xi'an by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Xi'an ranges from 0.0 - 100.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Xi'an when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Xi'an by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Xi'an, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 0.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Xi'an?

The best time to book flights to Xi'an is 71 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Xi'an

See what other customers who have flown with Air China and China Southern to China have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Air China

7.5

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166 reviews

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1 / 7

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Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.

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Air China

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China Southern

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Air China

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guoliang,May 2026

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FAQs about flying to Xi'an

What airport do you fly into for flights to Xi'an?
Travelers will need to book flights to Xianyang (XIY) if they wish to fly to Xi'an. The Xi'an airport is 16.5 mi from the city center.
Can I find cheaper flights to Xi'an if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Xi'an on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Xi'an?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Tianjin Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Xi'an.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Xi'an?
Xi'an Xianyang is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Xi'an. One-way flights to Xi'an Xianyang typically cost £63, while return flights cost around £339.
How much is a return flight to Xi'an?
A return flight to Xi'an will typically cost around £339, however they can be found for as little as £339.
Where does the fastest flight to Xi'an depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Xi'an, London offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 20 minutes).
Does Xi'an Xianyang have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Xi'an Xianyang can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Xi'an Xianyang?
Yes. Xi'an Xianyang has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Xinhang Business Hotel Xi'an is the closest property to Xi'an Xianyang (0.0 mi away from Xi'an Xianyang).

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What are the most popular airlines that fly to Xi'an?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Xi'an are Tianjin Airlines, Hainan Airlines and China Southern.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Xi'an?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Xi'an are China Southern, Tianjin Airlines and Air China.

Rainfall in Xi'an by month

Plan your trip to Xi'an by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Xi'an ranges from 0.0 - 100.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Xi'an when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Xi'an by month

Plan your trip to Xi'an by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

When is the best time to book a flight to Xi'an?

The best time to book flights to Xi'an is 71 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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