Direct (nonstop) flights from Xian to Altay

3 airlines fly nonstop from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Altay Airport (AAT). It's 1,409 miles (2,268 km), about 3h 55m in the air. Operated by Air Changan, Tianjin Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

XIY
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport
🇨🇳 Xian, China
AAT
Altay Airport
🇨🇳 Altay, China
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,409 mi
2,268 km
CO₂/pax
238 kg
−42 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Air Changan +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Changan Air Changan Tianjin Airlines Tianjin Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Changan 9H Air Changan
Route
XIY → AAT
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,409 mi
Tianjin Airlines GS Tianjin Airlines
Route
XIY → AAT
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,409 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
XIY → AAT
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,409 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Xian to Altay with one stop · direct emits 238 kg CO₂ per passenger

XIY JBK (Qitai) AAT
Leg 1: 3h 33m (1,224 mi) Leg 2: 55m (257 mi) Total: ~4h 28m 🍃 280 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → JBK
3h 33m · 1,224 mi
View XIY to JBK flights →
Leg 2
JBK → AAT
55m · 257 mi
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XIY HMI (Hami) AAT
Leg 1: 3h 5m (1,012 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (423 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 274 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → HMI
3h 5m · 1,012 mi
View XIY to HMI flights →
Leg 2
HMI → AAT
1h 25m · 423 mi
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XIY KRY (Karamay) AAT
Leg 1: 3h 50m (1,474 mi) Leg 2: 45m (211 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 313 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → KRY
3h 50m · 1,474 mi
View XIY to KRY flights →
Leg 2
KRY → AAT
45m · 211 mi
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XIY INC (Yinchuan) AAT
Leg 1: 1h 20m (298 mi) Leg 2: 3h 40m (1,128 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 271 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → INC
1h 20m · 298 mi
View XIY to INC flights →
Leg 2
INC → AAT
3h 40m · 1,128 mi
View INC to AAT flights →
XIY TLQ (Turpan) AAT
Leg 1: 3h 50m (1,213 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (330 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 291 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → TLQ
3h 50m · 1,213 mi
View XIY to TLQ flights →
Leg 2
TLQ → AAT
1h 10m · 330 mi
View TLQ to AAT flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Xian to Altay?

A nonstop flight from Xian (XIY) to Altay (AAT) takes approximately 3 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 1,409 miles (2,268 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Xian to Altay?

3 airlines: Air Changan, Tianjin Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Xian to Altay?

Yes. 3 airlines: Air Changan, Tianjin Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Xian from Altay?

The flight distance from Xian to Altay is 1,409 miles (2,268 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 Xian to Altay?

At 3h 55m, 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 Xian to Altay?

Roughly 238 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,190 km.

Is the return flight from Altay to Xian 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 Xian to Altay?

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 Xi'an Xianyang International Airport for this flight?

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