Direct (nonstop) flights from Beijing to Xichang

1 airline flys nonstop from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Qingshan (XIC). It's 1,171 miles (1,884 km), about 3h 30m in the air. Operated by Air China.

PEK
Beijing Capital International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
XIC
Qingshan
🇨🇳 Xichang, China
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,171 mi
1,884 km
CO₂/pax
198 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air China
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air China Air China

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
PEK → XIC
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,171 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Beijing to Xichang with one stop · direct emits 198 kg CO₂ per passenger

PEK TFU (Chengdu) XIC
Leg 1: 2h 50m (960 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (210 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 226 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → TFU
2h 50m · 960 mi
View PEK to TFU flights →
Leg 2
TFU → XIC
1h 10m · 210 mi
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PEK MIG (Mian Yang) XIC
Leg 1: 2h 35m (892 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (283 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 242 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → MIG
2h 35m · 892 mi
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Leg 2
MIG → XIC
1h 25m · 283 mi
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PEK CGO (Zhengzhou) XIC
Leg 1: 1h 45m (411 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (823 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 253 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → CGO
1h 45m · 411 mi
View PEK to CGO flights →
Leg 2
CGO → XIC
2h 20m · 823 mi
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PEK YBP (Yibin) XIC
Leg 1: 3h 15m (1,035 mi) Leg 2: 55m (154 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 229 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → YBP
3h 15m · 1,035 mi
View PEK to YBP flights →
Leg 2
YBP → XIC
55m · 154 mi
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PEK CTU (Chengdu) XIC
Leg 1: 3h (966 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (208 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 227 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → CTU
3h · 966 mi
View PEK to CTU flights →
Leg 2
CTU → XIC
1h 20m · 208 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Beijing to Xichang?

A nonstop flight from Beijing (PEK) to Xichang (XIC) takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 1,171 miles (1,884 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Beijing to Xichang?

Just Air China.

Is there a nonstop flight from Beijing to Xichang?

Yes. 1 airline: Air China.

How far is Beijing from Xichang?

The flight distance from Beijing to Xichang is 1,171 miles (1,884 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 Beijing to Xichang?

At 3h 30m, 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 Beijing to Xichang?

Roughly 198 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 990 km.

Is the return flight from Xichang to Beijing 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 Beijing to Xichang?

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 Beijing Capital International Airport for this flight?

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