Direct (nonstop) flights from Guilin to Xian

6 airlines fly nonstop from Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY). It's 639 miles (1,029 km), about 2h in the air. Operated by Air Changan, Tianjin Airlines, Air Guilin and others.

KWL
Guilin Liangjiang International Airport
🇨🇳 Guilin, China
XIY
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport
🇨🇳 Xian, China
Flight Time
2h
Distance
639 mi
1,029 km
CO₂/pax
118 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
6
Air Changan +5
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Changan Air Changan Tianjin Airlines Tianjin Airlines Air Guilin Air Guilin Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Changan 9H Air Changan
Route
KWL → XIY
Flight Time
2h
Distance
639 mi
Tianjin Airlines GS Tianjin Airlines
Route
KWL → XIY
Flight Time
2h
Distance
639 mi
Air Guilin GT Air Guilin
Route
KWL → XIY
Flight Time
2h
Distance
639 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
KWL → XIY
Flight Time
2h
Distance
639 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
KWL → XIY
Flight Time
2h
Distance
639 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
KWL → XIY
Flight Time
2h
Distance
639 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Guilin to Xian with one stop · direct emits 118 kg CO₂ per passenger

KWL DXJ (Biancheng) XIY
Leg 1: 1h (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (411 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 143 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KWL → DXJ
1h · 227 mi
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Leg 2
DXJ → XIY
1h 40m · 411 mi
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KWL YIH (Yichang) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 20m (377 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (311 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 153 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KWL → YIH
1h 20m · 377 mi
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Leg 2
YIH → XIY
1h 35m · 311 mi
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KWL SHS (Shashi) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 18m (377 mi) Leg 2: 1h 38m (350 mi) Total: ~2h 56m 🍃 160 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KWL → SHS
1h 18m · 377 mi
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Leg 2
SHS → XIY
1h 38m · 350 mi
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KWL CKG (Chongqing) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 30m (373 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (348 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 158 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KWL → CKG
1h 30m · 373 mi
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Leg 2
CKG → XIY
1h 30m · 348 mi
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KWL WDS (Shiyan) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 45m (510 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (177 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 152 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KWL → WDS
1h 45m · 510 mi
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Leg 2
WDS → XIY
1h 20m · 177 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Guilin to Xian?

A nonstop flight from Guilin (KWL) to Xian (XIY) takes approximately 2 hours. The distance is 639 miles (1,029 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Guilin to Xian?

6 airlines: Air Changan, Tianjin Airlines, Air Guilin, Hainan Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Guilin to Xian?

Yes. 6 airlines: Air Changan, Tianjin Airlines, Air Guilin, Hainan Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Guilin from Xian?

The flight distance from Guilin to Xian is 639 miles (1,029 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Guilin to Xian?

At 2h, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 118 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 590 km.

Is the return flight from Xian to Guilin 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 Guilin 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 Guilin Liangjiang International Airport for this flight?

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