Direct (nonstop) flights from Sanya to Xian

5 airlines fly nonstop from Phoenix International (SYX) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY). It's 1,111 miles (1,788 km), about 3h 15m in the air. Operated by Air Changan, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines and others.

SYX
Phoenix International
🇨🇳 Sanya, China
XIY
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport
🇨🇳 Xian, China
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,111 mi
1,788 km
CO₂/pax
188 kg
−43 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Air Changan +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Changan Air Changan China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Changan 9H Air Changan
Route
SYX → XIY
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,111 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
SYX → XIY
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,111 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
SYX → XIY
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,111 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
SYX → XIY
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,111 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
SYX → XIY
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,111 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Sanya to Xian with one stop · direct emits 188 kg CO₂ per passenger

SYX KWL (Guilin) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 35m (477 mi) Leg 2: 2h (639 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 231 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → KWL
1h 35m · 477 mi
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Leg 2
KWL → XIY
2h · 639 mi
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SYX HJJ (Huaihua) XIY
Leg 1: 2h 5m (629 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (485 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 231 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → HJJ
2h 5m · 629 mi
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Leg 2
HJJ → XIY
1h 30m · 485 mi
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SYX NNG (Nanning) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 15m (307 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (815 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 233 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → NNG
1h 15m · 307 mi
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Leg 2
NNG → XIY
2h 30m · 815 mi
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SYX KWE (Guiyang) XIY
Leg 1: 2h (591 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (556 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 237 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → KWE
2h · 591 mi
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Leg 2
KWE → XIY
1h 50m · 556 mi
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SYX XFN (Xiangyang) XIY
Leg 1: 2h 40m (969 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (258 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 237 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → XFN
2h 40m · 969 mi
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Leg 2
XFN → XIY
1h 10m · 258 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sanya to Xian?

A nonstop flight from Sanya (SYX) to Xian (XIY) takes approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 1,111 miles (1,788 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sanya to Xian?

5 airlines: Air Changan, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Sanya to Xian?

Yes. 5 airlines: Air Changan, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Sanya from Xian?

The flight distance from Sanya to Xian is 1,111 miles (1,788 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 Sanya to Xian?

At 3h 15m, 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 Sanya to Xian?

Roughly 188 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 940 km.

Is the return flight from Xian to Sanya 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 Sanya 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 Phoenix International for this flight?

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