Direct (nonstop) flights from Xian to Guilin

5 airlines fly nonstop from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL). It's 639 miles (1,029 km), about 2h 15m in the air. Operated by Air Changan, Air Guilin, Hainan Airlines and others.

XIY
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport
🇨🇳 Xian, China
KWL
Guilin Liangjiang International Airport
🇨🇳 Guilin, China
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
639 mi
1,029 km
CO₂/pax
118 kg
−42 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Air Changan +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Changan Air Changan Air Guilin Air Guilin 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
XIY → KWL
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
639 mi
Air Guilin GT Air Guilin
Route
XIY → KWL
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
639 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
XIY → KWL
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
639 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
XIY → KWL
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
639 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
XIY → KWL
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
639 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Xian to Guilin with one stop · direct emits 118 kg CO₂ per passenger

XIY SHS (Shashi) KWL
Leg 1: 1h 25m (350 mi) Leg 2: 1h 23m (377 mi) Total: ~2h 48m 🍃 160 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → SHS
1h 25m · 350 mi
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Leg 2
SHS → KWL
1h 23m · 377 mi
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XIY YIH (Yichang) KWL
Leg 1: 1h 35m (311 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (377 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 153 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → YIH
1h 35m · 311 mi
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Leg 2
YIH → KWL
1h 25m · 377 mi
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XIY WDS (Shiyan) KWL
Leg 1: 1h 5m (177 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (510 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 152 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → WDS
1h 5m · 177 mi
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Leg 2
WDS → KWL
1h 55m · 510 mi
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XIY DXJ (Biancheng) KWL
Leg 1: 2h (411 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (227 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 143 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → DXJ
2h · 411 mi
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Leg 2
DXJ → KWL
1h 5m · 227 mi
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XIY CKG (Chongqing) KWL
Leg 1: 1h 40m (348 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (373 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 158 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → CKG
1h 40m · 348 mi
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Leg 2
CKG → KWL
1h 30m · 373 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Xian to Guilin?

A nonstop flight from Xian (XIY) to Guilin (KWL) takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 639 miles (1,029 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Xian to Guilin?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Xian to Guilin?

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

How far is Xian from Guilin?

The flight distance from Xian to Guilin is 639 miles (1,029 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 Xian to Guilin?

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 Xian to Guilin?

Roughly 118 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 590 km.

Is the return flight from Guilin 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 Guilin?

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.