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

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more stops can often be cheaper. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel duration when making your decision.

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

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact the price of your flight. Mid-week travel or flying during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may reveal more affordable options.

What extra costs should I check before booking London 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. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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London to Xi'an: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Xi'an

Flights from London to Xi'an cover a substantial distance of 8,243 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul journey. This means you should expect a significant travel duration, often involving connections, to reach your destination.

For those seeking cheap flights from London to Xi'an, fares typically range from $759 to $1,178, with a median price of $968. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from London to Xi'an, September stands out with a median fare of $723. August also offers competitive prices, with a median of $745. You can also find relatively lower fares in December, where the median price is $924.

Most itineraries for this route are connecting flights, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. This means you should plan for at least one stopover, with the typical number of connections being 1. New deals for this route show up several times a week, so consistent monitoring can be beneficial.

A typical journey from London to Xi'an, including connections, takes approximately 18h 35m. This duration reflects the long-haul nature of the route and the necessity of connecting flights, which are standard for travel between these two cities.

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

Regular price: £504 - £810

Prices for flights from London to Xi'an are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Xi'an is between 504 GBP and 810 GBP. The current lowest deal is 457 GBP with Shenzhen Airlines for travel from Nov 22 to Nov 29.

now £457

Low £504

High £810

The cheapest time to fly from London to Xi'an

The cheapest month to fly from London to Sia is September, with a median price of $723. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1257. Prices are generally lower from September to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from £723

August

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,257

Aug

Sep

Dec

Direct flights from London to Xi'an

Tianjin Airlines

Last-minute flights going from London to Xi'an

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xi'an

London (LHR) - Xi'an (XIY)

China Southern Airlines

£580

£589

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xi'an

London (LHR) - Xi'an (XIY)

Shenzhen Airlines

£642

£607

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xi'an

London (LHR) - Xi'an (XIY)

China Southern Airlines

£574

£630

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Xi'an

London (LGW) - Xi'an (XIY)

China Southern Airlines

£588

£634

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Xi'an

London (STN) - Xi'an (XIY)

Ryanair

£660

£548

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xi'an

London (LHR) - Xi'an (XIY)

Shenzhen Airlines

£604

£450

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 11

£810 → £528

35%

4 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 14

£867 → £593

32%

5 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 14

£812 → £548

33%

7 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 16

£810 → £550

32%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Xi'an

London - Xi'an route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for LON to SIA are above the typical level, with prices around $968.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from London to Xi'an, with a median price of $723.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 18h 35m

The median flight duration for connecting flights from London to Xi'an is 18 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Tianjin Airlines offers direct deals

Tianjin Airlines has 1 direct deal available for flights from London to Xi'an.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from London to Xi'an appear regularly, with a 30-day deal cadence.

London main airports to depart from

Gatwick (LGW)

Cheapest

Gatwick is a good option for flights from London to Xi'an, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£422

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow is a major hub for flights from London to Xi'an, providing many travel choices.

📍 ~23 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£445

London City (LCY)

London City is a convenient airport for flights from London to Xi'an, located close to the city.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£786

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend offers an alternative departure point for flights from London to Xi'an.

📍 ~57 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£562

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted is an option for flights from London to Xi'an, with various connections.

📍 ~49 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£511

Luton (LTN)

Luton provides another choice for travelers flying from London to Xi'an.

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

💸 Flights from ~£521

Xi'an main airports to arrive at

Xi an Xianyang International (XIY)

Cheapest

Xi an Xianyang International Airport is a good option for flights from London to Xi'an.

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

💸 Flights from ~£423

Airports nearby Xi'an used as alternative

Zhengzhou Xinzheng International (CGO)

Cheapest

Zhengzhou Xinzheng International is a major international hub with extensive routes, making it a practical alternative.

📍 ~380 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~£441

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Xi'an, China

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$2,736

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From LHR

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Nov 07

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From LHR

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Nov 01

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$2,731

$2,167

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From LHR

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Nov 06

Xi'an, China

86% AI deal score

$2,720

$2,167

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Business Class

From LHR

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Nov 09

Xi'an, China

86% AI deal score

$2,695

$2,167

Save $528

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

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Nov 09

Xi'an, China

82% AI deal score

$2,652

$2,167

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Business Class

From LHR

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Nov 04

Xi'an, China

81% AI deal score

$2,618

$2,164

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Business Class

From LHR

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Nov 07

Xi'an, China

81% AI deal score

$2,595

$2,166

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Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

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Nov 08

Xi'an, China

81% AI deal score

$2,650

$2,166

Save $484

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Nov 08

Xi'an, China

81% AI deal score

$2,594

$2,166

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Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Nov 11

Xi'an, China

81% AI deal score

$2,698

$2,264

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Shenzhen 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 discover better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices, especially for international routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's wise to monitor prices. The ideal booking window can vary, but several months ahead is a common recommendation.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience.

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London to Xi'an: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Xi'an

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

Regular price: £504 - £810

Prices for flights from London to Xi'an are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Xi'an is between 504 GBP and 810 GBP. The current lowest deal is 457 GBP with Shenzhen Airlines for travel from Nov 22 to Nov 29.

now £457

Low £504

High £810

The cheapest time to fly from London to Xi'an

September

Cheapest

Flights from £723

August

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,257

Aug

Sep

Dec

Direct flights from London to Xi'an

Tianjin Airlines

Last-minute flights going from London to Xi'an

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xi'an

London (LHR) - Xi'an (XIY)

China Southern Airlines

£580

£589

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xi'an

London (LHR) - Xi'an (XIY)

Shenzhen Airlines

£642

£607

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xi'an

London (LHR) - Xi'an (XIY)

China Southern Airlines

£574

£630

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Xi'an

London (LGW) - Xi'an (XIY)

China Southern Airlines

£588

£634

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Xi'an

London (STN) - Xi'an (XIY)

Ryanair

£660

£548

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xi'an

London (LHR) - Xi'an (XIY)

Shenzhen Airlines

£604

£450

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 11

£810 → £528

35%

4 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 14

£867 → £593

32%

5 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 14

£812 → £548

33%

7 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 16

£810 → £550

32%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Xi'an

London - Xi'an route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for LON to SIA are above the typical level, with prices around $968.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from London to Xi'an, with a median price of $723.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 18h 35m

The median flight duration for connecting flights from London to Xi'an is 18 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Tianjin Airlines offers direct deals

Tianjin Airlines has 1 direct deal available for flights from London to Xi'an.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from London to Xi'an appear regularly, with a 30-day deal cadence.

London main airports to depart from

Gatwick (LGW)

Cheapest

Gatwick is a good option for flights from London to Xi'an, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£422

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow is a major hub for flights from London to Xi'an, providing many travel choices.

📍 ~23 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£445

London City (LCY)

London City is a convenient airport for flights from London to Xi'an, located close to the city.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£786

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend offers an alternative departure point for flights from London to Xi'an.

📍 ~57 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£562

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted is an option for flights from London to Xi'an, with various connections.

📍 ~49 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£511

Luton (LTN)

Luton provides another choice for travelers flying from London to Xi'an.

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

💸 Flights from ~£521

Xi'an main airports to arrive at

Xi an Xianyang International (XIY)

Cheapest

Xi an Xianyang International Airport is a good option for flights from London to Xi'an.

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

💸 Flights from ~£423

Airports nearby Xi'an used as alternative

Zhengzhou Xinzheng International (CGO)

Cheapest

Zhengzhou Xinzheng International is a major international hub with extensive routes, making it a practical alternative.

Xi'an, China

81% AI deal score

$2,698

$2,264

Save $434

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Xi'an

Cheap Flights from London to Xi'an

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

London to Xi'an: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Xi'an

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

The cheapest time to fly from London to Xi'an

Direct flights from London to Xi'an

Last-minute flights going from London to Xi'an

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

Popular Airports to fly from London to Xi'an

London - Xi'an route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

September is historically cheapest

Connecting flights take 18h 35m

Connecting flights are dominant

Tianjin Airlines offers direct deals

Deals appear regularly

London 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

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Nov 11

Nov 07

Nov 01

Nov 06

Nov 09

Nov 09

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Xi'an

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

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

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

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

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

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

Related routes

More routes from London

Flights to Xi'an from other cities

London to Xi'an: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Xi'an

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

The cheapest time to fly from London to Xi'an

Direct flights from London to Xi'an

Last-minute flights going from London to Xi'an

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

Popular Airports to fly from London to Xi'an

London - Xi'an route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

September is historically cheapest

Connecting flights take 18h 35m

Connecting flights are dominant

Tianjin Airlines offers direct deals

Deals appear regularly

London 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

Dec 01

Nov 11

Nov 07

Nov 01

Nov 06

Nov 09

Nov 09

Nov 04

Nov 07

Nov 08

Nov 08

Nov 11

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Xi'an

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

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

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