Are there direct flights from London to Xi'an?

Direct flights from London to Xi'an are not common, historically making up only 2.6% of available options. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encountered one stop. This indicates that most journeys on this route will involve at least one connection.

How many hours is the flight from London to Xi'an?

The median flight time for a direct flight from London to Xi'an is approximately 10 hours and 25 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration increases to about 17 hours and 5 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is 8243 kilometers, which contributes to the extended travel times, especially for connecting flights.

How often do cheap flights from London to Xi'an come up?

Historically, cheap flights from London to Xi'an have appeared with regular frequency. This suggests that travelers have a consistent opportunity to find good deals on this route. The pattern of deal availability has been steady across the trailing 30 days, indicating a reliable presence of competitive fares.

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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 8243 km, classifying this as a long-haul journey. This means you can expect a significant travel time, often involving layovers, to reach your destination in China. Understanding the typical duration and connection patterns is key for planning this route.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from London to Xi'an, fares typically range from $683–$1380, with a median price of $829. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Xi'an? The data indicates that October is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $677. Following closely, January also offers competitive prices, with a median of $770, and June presents another option with a median fare of $790.

Most itineraries for this route are not direct. The data shows that most itineraries connect at least once, with only 2.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 1, which is important to consider when evaluating overall travel time and convenience.

How long is the flight from London to Xi'an? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 30h 10m. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the total time spent traveling, from departure in London to arrival in Xi'an.

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

Regular price: £506 - £774

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 506 GBP and 774 GBP. The current lowest deal is 435 GBP with China Southern Airlines, for travel from Nov 8-Nov 15.

now £435

Low £506

High £774

The cheapest time to fly from London to Xi'an

The cheapest month to fly from LON to SIA is October, with a median price of $677. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $5214. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

October

Cheapest

Flights from £677

March

Most Expensive

Flights from £5,214

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from London to Xi'an

Tianjin Airlines

Last-minute flights going from London to Xi'an

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LTN - Xi'an

London (LTN) - Xi'an (XIY)

Wizz Air

£689

£638

One-way

Sun, Oct 25

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xi'an

London (LHR) - Xi'an (XIY)

Tianjin Airlines

£680

£619

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xi'an

London (LHR) - Xi'an (XIY)

Tianjin Airlines

£616

£511

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xi'an

London (LHR) - Xi'an (XIY)

Tianjin Airlines

£637

£511

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xi'an

London (LHR) - Xi'an (XIY)

Tianjin Airlines

£617

£511

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xi'an

London (LHR) - Xi'an (XIY)

Tianjin Airlines

£641

£511

One-way

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

17 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 21

£765 → £446

42%

5 nights

Oct 1 - Oct 6

£801 → £515

36%

14 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 20

£724 → £440

39%

5 nights

Dec 13 - Dec 18

£808 → £560

31%

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 from London to Xi'an are above the typical level at $435.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest at $677

Historically, October has the lowest median prices at $677 for flights from London to Xi'an.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 30h 10m with connections

Flights from London to Xi'an typically take 30h 10m, with most routes including one stopover.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are available, but connecting flights are dominant for this long-haul route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Tianjin Airlines offers direct flights

Tianjin Airlines provides direct flight options from London to Xi'an.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from London to Xi'an appear regularly, offering various options.

London main airports to depart from

Heathrow (LHR)

Cheapest

Heathrow is a convenient option for flights from London to Xi'an, often offering the cheapest fares.

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

💸 Flights from ~£433

Gatwick (LGW)

Gatwick provides another departure choice for your journey from London to Xi'an.

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

💸 Flights from ~£451

London City (LCY)

London City Airport is a close-to-center option for flights from London to Xi'an.

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

💸 Flights from ~£782

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend is an alternative airport for flights from London to Xi'an.

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

💸 Flights from ~£586

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted offers another departure point for your trip from London to Xi'an.

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

💸 Flights from ~£490

Luton (LTN)

Luton Airport is an option for travelers flying from London to Xi'an.

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

💸 Flights from ~£522

Xi'an main airports to arrive at

Xi an Xianyang International (XIY)

Cheapest

Consider Xi an Xianyang International for flights from London to Xi'an.

📍 ~26 km from Xi'an 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 networks, making it a practical alternative.

📍 ~360 km from Xi'an (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~£438

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Xi'an

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from London to Xi'an has been within 0-6 days of departure. During this window, the average price was $1340. Prices tend to be higher when booking further out, with tickets purchased 60+ days in advance averaging around $1725. Even booking 7-13 days out saw average prices of $1559, indicating that last-minute bookings have typically offered better value for this route across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing 90 days, a fare of $683 or less for a flight from London to Xi'an is considered a good price. The median price for this route was $829 during the same period. Prices for the upper quartile of fares reached $1380, indicating a significant range in historical pricing for this route.

Historically, October has been the cheapest month to fly from London to Xi'an, with a median price of $677. January also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $770. The annual median price for this route was $829, suggesting that travelers could find prices below this average during these months.

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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: £506 - £774

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 506 GBP and 774 GBP. The current lowest deal is 435 GBP with China Southern Airlines, for travel from Nov 8-Nov 15.

now £435

Low £506

High £774

The cheapest time to fly from London to Xi'an

October

Cheapest

Flights from £677

March

Most Expensive

Flights from £5,214

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from London to Xi'an

Tianjin Airlines

Last-minute flights going from London to Xi'an

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LTN - Xi'an

London (LTN) - Xi'an (XIY)

Wizz Air

£689

£638

One-way

Sun, Oct 25

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xi'an

London (LHR) - Xi'an (XIY)

Tianjin Airlines

£680

£619

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xi'an

London (LHR) - Xi'an (XIY)

Tianjin Airlines

£616

£511

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xi'an

London (LHR) - Xi'an (XIY)

Tianjin Airlines

£637

£511

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xi'an

London (LHR) - Xi'an (XIY)

Tianjin Airlines

£617

£511

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xi'an

London (LHR) - Xi'an (XIY)

Tianjin Airlines

£641

£511

One-way

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

17 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 21

£765 → £446

42%

5 nights

Oct 1 - Oct 6

£801 → £515

36%

14 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 20

£724 → £440

39%

5 nights

Dec 13 - Dec 18

£808 → £560

31%

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 from London to Xi'an are above the typical level at $435.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest at $677

Historically, October has the lowest median prices at $677 for flights from London to Xi'an.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 30h 10m with connections

Flights from London to Xi'an typically take 30h 10m, with most routes including one stopover.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are available, but connecting flights are dominant for this long-haul route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Tianjin Airlines offers direct flights

Tianjin Airlines provides direct flight options from London to Xi'an.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from London to Xi'an appear regularly, offering various options.

London main airports to depart from

Heathrow (LHR)

Cheapest

Heathrow is a convenient option for flights from London to Xi'an, often offering the cheapest fares.

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

💸 Flights from ~£433

Gatwick (LGW)

Gatwick provides another departure choice for your journey from London to Xi'an.

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

💸 Flights from ~£451

London City (LCY)

London City Airport is a close-to-center option for flights from London to Xi'an.

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

💸 Flights from ~£782

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend is an alternative airport for flights from London to Xi'an.

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

💸 Flights from ~£586

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted offers another departure point for your trip from London to Xi'an.

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

💸 Flights from ~£490

Luton (LTN)

Luton Airport is an option for travelers flying from London to Xi'an.

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

💸 Flights from ~£522

Xi'an main airports to arrive at

Xi an Xianyang International (XIY)

Cheapest

Consider Xi an Xianyang International for flights from London to Xi'an.

📍 ~26 km from Xi'an 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 networks, making it a practical alternative.

Xi'an, China

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$1,752

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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

October is historically cheapest at $677

Typically 30h 10m with connections

Connecting flights are dominant

Tianjin Airlines offers direct flights

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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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Xi'an

When should I buy London to Xi'an tickets?

What's a cheap fare from London to Xi'an?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from London to Xi'an?

Are there direct flights from London to Xi'an?

How many hours is the flight from London to Xi'an?

How often do cheap flights from London to Xi'an come up?

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

October is historically cheapest at $677

Typically 30h 10m with connections

Connecting flights are dominant

Tianjin Airlines offers direct flights

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

Sep 29

Sep 29

Sep 29

Sep 29

Sep 29

Sep 29

Sep 29

Sep 29

Sep 29

Sep 29

Sep 29

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Xi'an

When should I buy London to Xi'an tickets?

What's a cheap fare from London to Xi'an?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from London to Xi'an?