Direct (nonstop) flights from Beijing to Xian

3 airlines fly nonstop from Daxing International Airport (PKX) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY). It's 548 miles (882 km), about 2h 10m in the air. Operated by Air China, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

PKX
Daxing International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
XIY
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport
🇨🇳 Xian, China
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
548 mi
882 km
CO₂/pax
101 kg
−30 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Air China +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air China Air China China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
PKX → XIY
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
548 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
PKX → XIY
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
548 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
PKX → XIY
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
548 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Beijing to Xian with one stop · direct emits 101 kg CO₂ per passenger

PKX LLV (Luliang) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 30m (311 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (260 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 131 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PKX → LLV
1h 30m · 311 mi
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Leg 2
LLV → XIY
1h 5m · 260 mi
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PKX UYN (Yulin) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 30m (375 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (274 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 145 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PKX → UYN
1h 30m · 375 mi
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Leg 2
UYN → XIY
1h 10m · 274 mi
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PKX DSN (Dongsheng) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 30m (350 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (354 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 155 kg CO₂ (+53% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PKX → DSN
1h 30m · 350 mi
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Leg 2
DSN → XIY
1h 25m · 354 mi
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PKX INC (Yinchuan) XIY
Leg 1: 2h 5m (546 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (298 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 181 kg CO₂ (+79% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PKX → INC
2h 5m · 546 mi
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Leg 2
INC → XIY
1h 10m · 298 mi
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PKX BZX (Bazhong) XIY
Leg 1: 2h 20m (766 mi) Leg 2: 1h (222 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 208 kg CO₂ (+106% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PKX → BZX
2h 20m · 766 mi
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Leg 2
BZX → XIY
1h · 222 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Beijing to Xian?

A nonstop flight from Beijing (PKX) to Xian (XIY) takes approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 548 miles (882 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Beijing to Xian?

3 airlines: Air China, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Beijing to Xian?

Yes. 3 airlines: Air China, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Beijing from Xian?

The flight distance from Beijing to Xian is 548 miles (882 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Beijing 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 Beijing to Xian?

Roughly 101 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 505 km.

Is the return flight from Xian 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 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 Daxing International Airport for this flight?

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