Can I fly direct from Shanghai to Xi'an?

Yes, direct flights from Shanghai to Xi'an are widely available. Historically, approximately 86.6% of flights on this route have been direct over the trailing 90 days. For those flights that do include stopovers, travelers typically experience 2 stopovers. This indicates that a significant majority of travelers can find a non-stop option for their journey.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Xi'an?

The direct flight from Shanghai to Xi'an typically takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes, covering a distance of 1273 kilometers. If your journey includes one stop, the median flight time historically extends to approximately 8 hours and 5 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct flights for this route.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Shanghai to Xi'an?

Yes, historically, good prices on flights from Shanghai to Xi'an are frequently available. This route is classified as offering frequent deals. Travelers can often find competitive fares when planning their trips between these two cities.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Shanghai to Xi'an

2026-09-17 – 2026-09-21
SHA - Xi'an
78% AI deal score
CN¥2,104
CN¥839
Round trip
2026-09-15 – 2026-09-22
SHA - Xi'an
79% AI deal score
CN¥1,839
CN¥966
Round trip
2026-09-16 – 2026-09-23
SHA - Xi'an
79% AI deal score
CN¥1,840
CN¥973
Round trip
2026-09-15 – 2026-09-18
SHA - Xi'an
76% AI deal score
CN¥2,130
CN¥973
Round trip
2026-09-21 – 2026-09-22
SHA - Xi'an
84% AI deal score
CN¥2,049
CN¥1,000
Round trip
2026-09-14 – 2026-09-19
SHA - Xi'an
79% AI deal score
CN¥1,996
CN¥1,013
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2026-09-20 – 2026-09-21
SHA - Xi'an
79% AI deal score
CN¥2,095
CN¥1,020
Round trip
2026-09-21 – 2026-09-25
SHA - Xi'an
83% AI deal score
CN¥2,037
CN¥1,026
Round trip
2026-09-20 – 2026-09-27
SHA - Xi'an
77% AI deal score
CN¥1,810
CN¥1,033
Round trip
2026-09-16 – 2026-09-27
SHA - Xi'an
75% AI deal score
CN¥1,644
CN¥1,033
Round trip

Shanghai to Xi'an: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Xi'an

Right now, 44% of recent fares from Shanghai to Xi'an are considered a good price. Prices for cheap flights from Shanghai to Xi'an typically range from $125–$247, with a median of $148. Current fares are below the typical level, indicating a favorable time for booking.

A typical journey from Shanghai to Xi'an takes about 2h 40m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 1273 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight.

When considering direct flights from Shanghai to Xi'an, 86.6% of recent itineraries are non-stop, meaning almost all itineraries are non-stop. For the remaining itineraries that include connections, the median number of stopovers is 2.

For travelers wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Xi'an, the data indicates that May is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $142. June follows closely with a median fare of $148, and April also offers competitive prices at a median of $160.

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

Regular price: CN¥1,154 - CN¥2,105

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

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Xi'an is CNY 1154 to CNY 2105. The current lowest deal is CNY 704 with Spring Airlines for travel from Oct 12 to Oct 22.

now CN¥704

Low CN¥1,154

High CN¥2,105

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Xi'an

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Sialkot is May, with a median price of $142. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $417. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥142

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥417

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Direct flights from Shanghai to Xi'an

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Xi'an

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Xi'an

Shanghai (SHA) - Xi'an (XIY)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,130

CN¥973

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Xi'an

Shanghai (SHA) - Xi'an (XIY)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,840

CN¥966

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Xi'an

Shanghai (PVG) - Xi'an (XIY)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥1,624

CN¥979

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Xi'an

Shanghai (PVG) - Xi'an (XIY)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥1,624

CN¥979

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Xi'an

Shanghai (SHA) - Xi'an (XIY)

Antinea Airlines

CN¥1,553

CN¥1,000

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Xi'an

Shanghai (SHA) - Xi'an (XIY)

Antinea Airlines

CN¥1,553

CN¥1,000

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 18

CN¥2,130 → CN¥973

54%

2 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 20

CN¥2,131 → CN¥1,033

52%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

CN¥2,104 → CN¥1,013

52%

2 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 18

CN¥2,249 → CN¥1,154

49%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Xi'an

Shanghai - Xi'an route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Xi'an are below the typical level for the route.

📅 Best time to fly

May and June are historically cheapest

Historically, May ($142) and June ($148) offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 40m

The median flight duration for this route is 2 hours and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

86.6% of recent flights are direct

Most flights on this route are direct, with 86.6% of recent flights having no stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines has direct deals

Spring Airlines offers direct flight deals for the Shanghai to Xi'an route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Xi'an appear frequently, typically within 30 days.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Cheapest

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport offers the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Xi'an.

📍 ~14 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥712

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is another option for flights from Shanghai to Xi'an.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥968

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 Shanghai to Xi'an.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥733

Airports nearby Xi'an used as alternative

Zhengzhou Xinzheng International (CGO)

Zhengzhou Xinzheng International is a major international hub with extensive routes, offering excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Xi'an.

📍 ~300 km from Xi'an (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥847

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Xi'an

$780

Save $170

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Xi'an

Historically, the best time to book flights from Shanghai to Xi'an is typically 0-6 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $272. Booking 7-13 days out sees an average price of $364, while booking 60+ days in advance results in the highest average price of $403. This suggests that last-minute bookings often offer more favorable prices for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Shanghai to Xi'an is considered to be $125 or less. Historically, the median price for this route has been $148. Prices typically range, with 75% of prices observed being $247 or less. Therefore, if you find a flight at or below $125, it represents a particularly good value.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Xi'an are typically May and June, with median prices of $142 and $148 respectively. April also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $160. The annual median price for this route is $148. While April is listed as the most expensive month, its median price of $160 is only slightly higher than other months, indicating consistent pricing throughout the year.

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Shanghai to Xi'an: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Xi'an

A typical journey from Shanghai to Xi'an takes about 2h 40m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 1273 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight.

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

Regular price: CN¥1,154 - CN¥2,105

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

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Xi'an is CNY 1154 to CNY 2105. The current lowest deal is CNY 704 with Spring Airlines for travel from Oct 12 to Oct 22.

now CN¥704

Low CN¥1,154

High CN¥2,105

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Xi'an

May

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥142

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥417

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec