Direct (nonstop) flights from Qingdao to Xian

7 airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY). It's 652 miles (1,050 km), about 2h 15m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air Changan, Tianjin Airlines and others.

TAO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
🇨🇳 Qingdao, China
XIY
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport
🇨🇳 Xian, China
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
652 mi
1,050 km
CO₂/pax
121 kg
−65 kg vs. layover
Airlines
7
Sichuan Airlines +6
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Air Changan Air Changan Tianjin Airlines Tianjin Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines +1 more

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
TAO → XIY
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
652 mi
Air Changan 9H Air Changan
Route
TAO → XIY
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
652 mi
Tianjin Airlines GS Tianjin Airlines
Route
TAO → XIY
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
652 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
TAO → XIY
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
652 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
TAO → XIY
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
652 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
TAO → XIY
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
652 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
TAO → XIY
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
652 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Qingdao to Xian with one stop · direct emits 121 kg CO₂ per passenger

TAO UYN (Yulin) XIY
Leg 1: 2h 5m (593 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (274 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 186 kg CO₂ (+54% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → UYN
2h 5m · 593 mi
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Leg 2
UYN → XIY
1h 10m · 274 mi
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TAO NNY (Nanyang) XIY
Leg 1: 2h 10m (485 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (243 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 160 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → NNY
2h 10m · 485 mi
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Leg 2
NNY → XIY
1h 5m · 243 mi
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TAO NKG (Nanjing) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 15m (326 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (615 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 199 kg CO₂ (+64% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → NKG
1h 15m · 326 mi
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Leg 2
NKG → XIY
2h 10m · 615 mi
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TAO XFN (Xiangyang) XIY
Leg 1: 2h 15m (532 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (258 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 171 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → XFN
2h 15m · 532 mi
View TAO to XFN flights →
Leg 2
XFN → XIY
1h 10m · 258 mi
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TAO WDS (Shiyan) XIY
Leg 1: 2h 10m (585 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (177 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 166 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → WDS
2h 10m · 585 mi
View TAO to WDS flights →
Leg 2
WDS → XIY
1h 20m · 177 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Qingdao to Xian?

A nonstop flight from Qingdao (TAO) to Xian (XIY) takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 652 miles (1,050 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao to Xian?

7 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air Changan, Tianjin Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Qingdao to Xian?

Yes. 7 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air Changan, Tianjin Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

How far is Qingdao from Xian?

The flight distance from Qingdao to Xian is 652 miles (1,050 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 Qingdao to Xian?

At 2h 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 Qingdao to Xian?

Roughly 121 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 605 km.

Is the return flight from Xian to Qingdao 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 Qingdao 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 Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport for this flight?

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