Are direct flights from Beijing to Xi'an always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with layovers or connecting flights can sometimes be significantly cheaper. Consider your priorities, such as cost versus travel duration, when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Beijing to Xi'an flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or time of year. Shifting your departure or return by a few days may reveal lower fare options.

What extra costs should I check before booking Beijing to Xi'an flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Understanding these additional fees can help you calculate the true total cost of your trip.

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2026-11-03 – 2026-11-05
BJS - Xi'an
84% AI deal score
CN¥3,207
CN¥898
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Beijing to Xi'an: Overview

Insights for flights from Beijing to Xi'an

For flights from Beijing to Xi'an, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 77.1% of recent fares offering direct service. For the remaining itineraries, most connect once. This high share of direct flights means you can often find convenient options for your journey.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Beijing to Xi'an, prices are typically $201–$513, with a median of $337. Right now, fares are near the typical level, and 22% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, so setting up a price alert can help you track fare changes.

The cheapest time to fly from Beijing to Xi'an is often in July, with a median fare of $209. August also offers competitive prices, with a median of $245, followed by October at $336. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower fares.

A typical journey from Beijing to Xi'an takes about 2h 5m, including both direct and connecting itineraries. For non-stop flights, the median travel time is also 2h 5m. When itineraries include connections, the median journey time extends to 10h 53m, so choosing a direct flight significantly reduces travel duration.

The route from Beijing to Xi'an covers a distance of 933 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This relatively short distance contributes to the prevalence of direct flight options and shorter overall travel times.

How much is a round trip from Beijing to Xi'an

Regular price: CN¥1,795 - CN¥2,206

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Beijing to Xi'an is between CNY 1795 and CNY 2206. The current lowest deal is CNY 934 with Hainan Airlines for travel from Oct 28-Nov 3.

now CN¥934

Low CN¥1,795

High CN¥2,206

The cheapest time to fly from Beijing to Xi'an

The cheapest month to fly from BJS to SIA is July, with a median price of $202. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $709. Prices are generally lower from July to October.

July

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥202

April

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥709

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from Beijing to Xi'an

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Beijing to Xi'an

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PEK - Xi'an

Beijing (PEK) - Xi'an (XIY)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥3,207

CN¥898

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PEK - Xi'an

Beijing (PEK) - Xi'an (XIY)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥2,754

CN¥911

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PEK - Xi'an

Beijing (PEK) - Xi'an (XIY)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥3,156

CN¥918

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PKX - Xi'an

Beijing (PKX) - Xi'an (XIY)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥1,860

CN¥925

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PKX - Xi'an

Beijing (PKX) - Xi'an (XIY)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥1,603

CN¥938

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PKX - Xi'an

Beijing (PKX) - Xi'an (XIY)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥1,838

CN¥938

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Beijing to Xi'an

1 night

Nov 2 - Nov 3

CN¥2,993 → CN¥1,007

66%

1 night

Nov 4 - Nov 5

CN¥2,824 → CN¥1,007

64%

3 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 12

CN¥2,794 → CN¥1,020

63%

3 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 31

CN¥2,546 → CN¥960

62%

Popular Airports to fly from Beijing to Xi'an

Beijing - Xi'an route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Beijing to Xi'an are near the typical level, with 22% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Cheapest flights in July, August, and October

Historically, the cheapest flights are in July ($209), August ($245), and October ($336).

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 5m

Direct flights typically take 2h 5m. Connecting flights average 10h 53m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant

Direct flights are dominant on this route, making up 77.1% of recent fares.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights from Beijing to Xi'an.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Beijing to Xi'an appear regularly, so check often.

Beijing main airports to depart from

Beijing Capital International (PEK)

Cheapest

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is a convenient option for flights from Beijing to Xi'an.

📍 ~25 km from Beijing city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~CN¥898

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) serves as an alternative departure point for your trip to Xi'an.

📍 ~44 km from Beijing city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~CN¥912

Xi'an main airports to arrive at

Xi an Xianyang International (XIY)

Cheapest

Xi an Xianyang International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Beijing to Xi'an.

📍 ~26 km from Xi'an city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥865

Airports nearby Xi'an used as alternative

Zhengzhou Xinzheng International (CGO)

Zhengzhou Xinzheng International is a major international hub with extensive routes and excellent high-speed rail connectivity.

📍 ~350 km from Xi'an (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,301

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Xi'an

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Best Elite deals to Xi'an

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From PEK

Elite

Mar 17

Xi'an, China

46% AI deal score

$949

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From PEK

Elite

Mar 08

Xi'an, China

46% AI deal score

$949

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From PEK

Elite

Mar 10

Xi'an, China

46% AI deal score

$949

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From PEK

Elite

Mar 20

Xi'an, China

46% AI deal score

$949

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From PEK

Elite

Mar 09

Xi'an, China

46% AI deal score

$949

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From PKX

Elite

Nov 12

Xi'an, China

45% AI deal score

$785

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PKX

Elite

Apr 15

Xi'an, China

45% AI deal score

$786

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PKX

Elite

Apr 06

Xi'an, China

45% AI deal score

$786

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PKX

Elite

Apr 11

Xi'an, China

45% AI deal score

$786

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PKX

Elite

Mar 27

Xi'an, China

45% AI deal score

$786

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PKX

Elite

Mar 27

Xi'an, China

45% AI deal score

$786

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PKX

Elite

Mar 27

Xi'an, China

45% AI deal score

$786

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Xi'an

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can also help you identify better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you find a suitable booking window. Last-minute deals are less common but can occasionally appear.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover additional flight options or potentially lower fares. While it may require extra travel time to and from these alternative airports, the savings could be worthwhile. Always factor in the total cost and convenience when considering this approach.

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Beijing to Xi'an: Overview

Insights for flights from Beijing to Xi'an

How much is a round trip from Beijing to Xi'an

Regular price: CN¥1,795 - CN¥2,206

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Beijing to Xi'an is between CNY 1795 and CNY 2206. The current lowest deal is CNY 934 with Hainan Airlines for travel from Oct 28-Nov 3.

now CN¥934

Low CN¥1,795

High CN¥2,206

The cheapest time to fly from Beijing to Xi'an

The cheapest month to fly from BJS to SIA is July, with a median price of $202. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $709. Prices are generally lower from July to October.

July

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥202

April

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥709

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from Beijing to Xi'an

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Beijing to Xi'an

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PEK - Xi'an

Beijing (PEK) - Xi'an (XIY)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥3,207

CN¥898

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PEK - Xi'an

Beijing (PEK) - Xi'an (XIY)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥2,754

CN¥911

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PEK - Xi'an

Beijing (PEK) - Xi'an (XIY)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥3,156

CN¥918

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PKX - Xi'an

Beijing (PKX) - Xi'an (XIY)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥1,860

CN¥925

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PKX - Xi'an

Beijing (PKX) - Xi'an (XIY)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥1,603

CN¥938

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PKX - Xi'an

Beijing (PKX) - Xi'an (XIY)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥1,838

CN¥938

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Beijing to Xi'an

1 night

Nov 2 - Nov 3

CN¥2,993 → CN¥1,007

66%

1 night

Nov 4 - Nov 5

CN¥2,824 → CN¥1,007

64%

3 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 12

CN¥2,794 → CN¥1,020

63%

3 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 31

CN¥2,546 → CN¥960

62%

Popular Airports to fly from Beijing to Xi'an

Beijing - Xi'an route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Beijing to Xi'an are near the typical level, with 22% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Cheapest flights in July, August, and October

Historically, the cheapest flights are in July ($209), August ($245), and October ($336).

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 5m

Direct flights typically take 2h 5m. Connecting flights average 10h 53m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant

Direct flights are dominant on this route, making up 77.1% of recent fares.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights from Beijing to Xi'an.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Beijing to Xi'an appear regularly, so check often.

Beijing main airports to depart from

Beijing Capital International (PEK)

Cheapest

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is a convenient option for flights from Beijing to Xi'an.

📍 ~25 km from Beijing city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~CN¥898

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) serves as an alternative departure point for your trip to Xi'an.

📍 ~44 km from Beijing city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~CN¥912

Xi'an main airports to arrive at

Xi an Xianyang International (XIY)

Cheapest

Xi an Xianyang International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Beijing to Xi'an.

📍 ~26 km from Xi'an city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥865

Airports nearby Xi'an used as alternative

Zhengzhou Xinzheng International (CGO)

Zhengzhou Xinzheng International is a major international hub with extensive routes and excellent high-speed rail connectivity.

📍 ~350 km from Xi'an (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,301

Xi'an, China

45% AI deal score

$786

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Xi'an

Cheap Flights from Beijing to Xi'an

Today’s best flight deals from Beijing to Xi'an

Beijing to Xi'an: Overview

Insights for flights from Beijing to Xi'an

How much is a round trip from Beijing to Xi'an

The cheapest time to fly from Beijing to Xi'an

Direct flights from Beijing to Xi'an

Last-minute flights going from Beijing to Xi'an

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Beijing to Xi'an

Popular Airports to fly from Beijing to Xi'an

Beijing - Xi'an route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Cheapest flights in July, August, and October

Direct flights take 2h 5m

Direct flights are dominant

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Beijing main airports to depart from

Xi'an main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Xi'an used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Xi'an

Best Elite deals to Xi'an

Mar 17

Mar 08

Mar 10

Mar 20

Mar 09

Nov 12

Apr 15

Apr 06

Apr 11

Mar 27

Mar 27

Mar 27

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Xi'an

How can I find cheap flights from Beijing to Xi'an?

When should I book flights from Beijing to Xi'an?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Beijing to Xi'an?

Are direct flights from Beijing to Xi'an always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Beijing to Xi'an flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Beijing to Xi'an flights?

Related routes

More routes from Beijing

Flights to Xi'an from other cities

Beijing to Xi'an: Overview

Insights for flights from Beijing to Xi'an

How much is a round trip from Beijing to Xi'an

The cheapest time to fly from Beijing to Xi'an

Direct flights from Beijing to Xi'an

Last-minute flights going from Beijing to Xi'an

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Beijing to Xi'an

Popular Airports to fly from Beijing to Xi'an

Beijing - Xi'an route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Cheapest flights in July, August, and October

Direct flights take 2h 5m

Direct flights are dominant

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Beijing main airports to depart from

Xi'an main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Xi'an used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Xi'an

Best Elite deals to Xi'an

Mar 17

Mar 08

Mar 10

Mar 20

Mar 09

Nov 12

Apr 15

Apr 06

Apr 11

Mar 27

Mar 27

Mar 27

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Xi'an

How can I find cheap flights from Beijing to Xi'an?

When should I book flights from Beijing to Xi'an?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Beijing to Xi'an?