Direct (nonstop) flights from Nanjing to Xian

6 airlines fly nonstop from Lu Kou Airport (NKG) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY). It's 615 miles (989 km), about 2h 10m in the air. Operated by Air Changan, Tianjin Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and others.

NKG
Lu Kou Airport
🇨🇳 Nanjing, China
XIY
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport
🇨🇳 Xian, China
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
615 mi
989 km
CO₂/pax
114 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
6
Air Changan +5
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Changan Air Changan Tianjin Airlines Tianjin Airlines Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Shenzhen Airlines Shenzhen Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Changan 9H Air Changan
Route
NKG → XIY
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
615 mi
Tianjin Airlines GS Tianjin Airlines
Route
NKG → XIY
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
615 mi
Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
NKG → XIY
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
615 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
NKG → XIY
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
615 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
NKG → XIY
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
615 mi
Shenzhen Airlines ZH Shenzhen Airlines
Route
NKG → XIY
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
615 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Nanjing to Xian with one stop · direct emits 114 kg CO₂ per passenger

NKG NNY (Nanyang) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 35m (375 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (243 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 139 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → NNY
1h 35m · 375 mi
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Leg 2
NNY → XIY
1h 5m · 243 mi
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NKG ENH (Enshi) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 50m (565 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (286 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 183 kg CO₂ (+61% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → ENH
1h 50m · 565 mi
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Leg 2
ENH → XIY
1h 5m · 286 mi
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NKG XFN (Xiangyang) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 45m (387 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (258 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 145 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → XFN
1h 45m · 387 mi
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Leg 2
XFN → XIY
1h 10m · 258 mi
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NKG LLV (Luliang) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 55m (600 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (260 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 184 kg CO₂ (+61% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → LLV
1h 55m · 600 mi
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Leg 2
LLV → XIY
1h 5m · 260 mi
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NKG ENY (Yan'an) XIY
Leg 1: 2h 20m (629 mi) Leg 2: 48m (146 mi) Total: ~3h 8m 🍃 168 kg CO₂ (+47% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → ENY
2h 20m · 629 mi
View NKG to ENY flights →
Leg 2
ENY → XIY
48m · 146 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Nanjing to Xian?

A nonstop flight from Nanjing (NKG) to Xian (XIY) takes approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 615 miles (989 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Nanjing to Xian?

6 airlines: Air Changan, Tianjin Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Hainan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Nanjing to Xian?

Yes. 6 airlines: Air Changan, Tianjin Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Hainan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

How far is Nanjing from Xian?

The flight distance from Nanjing to Xian is 615 miles (989 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 Nanjing to Xian?

At 2h 10m, 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 Nanjing to Xian?

Roughly 114 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 570 km.

Is the return flight from Xian to Nanjing 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 Nanjing 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 Lu Kou Airport for this flight?

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