Direct (nonstop) flights from Altay to Xian

2 airlines fly nonstop from Altay Airport (AAT) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY). It's 1,409 miles (2,268 km), about 3h 25m in the air. Operated by Air Changan, China Eastern Airlines.

AAT
Altay Airport
🇨🇳 Altay, China
XIY
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport
🇨🇳 Xian, China
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,409 mi
2,268 km
CO₂/pax
238 kg
−36 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Air Changan +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Changan Air Changan China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Changan 9H Air Changan
Route
AAT → XIY
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,409 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
AAT → XIY
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,409 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Altay to Xian with one stop · direct emits 238 kg CO₂ per passenger

AAT HMI (Hami) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 20m (423 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (1,012 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 274 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → HMI
1h 20m · 423 mi
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Leg 2
HMI → XIY
2h 35m · 1,012 mi
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AAT JBK (Qitai) XIY
Leg 1: 55m (257 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,224 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 280 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → JBK
55m · 257 mi
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Leg 2
JBK → XIY
3h 5m · 1,224 mi
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AAT INC (Yinchuan) XIY
Leg 1: 3h (1,128 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (298 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 271 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → INC
3h · 1,128 mi
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Leg 2
INC → XIY
1h 10m · 298 mi
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AAT TLQ (Turpan) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 10m (330 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,213 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 291 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → TLQ
1h 10m · 330 mi
View AAT to TLQ flights →
Leg 2
TLQ → XIY
3h 15m · 1,213 mi
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AAT KRY (Karamay) XIY
Leg 1: 55m (211 mi) Leg 2: 3h 30m (1,474 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 313 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → KRY
55m · 211 mi
View AAT to KRY flights →
Leg 2
KRY → XIY
3h 30m · 1,474 mi
View KRY to XIY flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Altay to Xian?

A nonstop flight from Altay (AAT) to Xian (XIY) takes approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 1,409 miles (2,268 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Altay to Xian?

2 airlines: Air Changan, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Altay to Xian?

Yes. 2 airlines: Air Changan, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Altay from Xian?

The flight distance from Altay to Xian is 1,409 miles (2,268 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Altay to Xian?

At 3h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Altay to Xian?

Roughly 238 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,190 km.

Is the return flight from Xian to Altay also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Altay to Xian?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Altay Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.