Direct (nonstop) flights from Ningbo to Xian

5 airlines fly nonstop from Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY). It's 808 miles (1,301 km), about 2h 53m in the air. Operated by Spring Airlines, Air Changan, Okay Airways and others.

NGB
Ningbo Lishe International Airport
🇨🇳 Ningbo, China
XIY
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport
🇨🇳 Xian, China
Flight Time
2h 53m
Distance
808 mi
1,301 km
CO₂/pax
150 kg
−35 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Spring Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Spring Airlines Spring Airlines Air Changan Air Changan Okay Airways Okay Airways Loong Air Loong Air China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Spring Airlines 9C Spring Airlines
Route
NGB → XIY
Flight Time
2h 53m
Distance
808 mi
Air Changan 9H Air Changan
Route
NGB → XIY
Flight Time
2h 53m
Distance
808 mi
Okay Airways BK Okay Airways
Route
NGB → XIY
Flight Time
2h 53m
Distance
808 mi
Loong Air GJ Loong Air
Route
NGB → XIY
Flight Time
2h 53m
Distance
808 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
NGB → XIY
Flight Time
2h 53m
Distance
808 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ningbo to Xian with one stop · direct emits 150 kg CO₂ per passenger

NGB JIU (Jiujiang) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 20m (330 mi) Leg 2: 1h 53m (534 mi) Total: ~3h 13m 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NGB → JIU
1h 20m · 330 mi
View NGB to JIU flights →
Leg 2
JIU → XIY
1h 53m · 534 mi
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NGB XFN (Xiangyang) XIY
Leg 1: 2h 10m (567 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (258 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 178 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NGB → XFN
2h 10m · 567 mi
View NGB to XFN flights →
Leg 2
XFN → XIY
1h 10m · 258 mi
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NGB ENH (Enshi) XIY
Leg 1: 2h 20m (718 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (286 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 211 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NGB → ENH
2h 20m · 718 mi
View NGB to ENH flights →
Leg 2
ENH → XIY
1h 5m · 286 mi
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NGB KHN (Nanchang) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 25m (341 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (570 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 193 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NGB → KHN
1h 25m · 341 mi
View NGB to KHN flights →
Leg 2
KHN → XIY
2h 5m · 570 mi
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NGB WDS (Shiyan) XIY
Leg 1: 2h 15m (652 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (177 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 179 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NGB → WDS
2h 15m · 652 mi
View NGB to WDS flights →
Leg 2
WDS → XIY
1h 20m · 177 mi
View WDS to XIY flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Ningbo to Xian?

A nonstop flight from Ningbo (NGB) to Xian (XIY) takes approximately 2 hours and 53 minutes. The distance is 808 miles (1,301 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ningbo to Xian?

5 airlines: Spring Airlines, Air Changan, Okay Airways, Loong Air, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Ningbo to Xian?

Yes. 5 airlines: Spring Airlines, Air Changan, Okay Airways, Loong Air, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Ningbo from Xian?

The flight distance from Ningbo to Xian is 808 miles (1,301 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Ningbo to Xian?

At 2h 53m, 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 Ningbo to Xian?

Roughly 150 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 750 km.

Is the return flight from Xian to Ningbo 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 Ningbo 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 Ningbo Lishe International Airport for this flight?

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