Direct (nonstop) flights from Xian to Beijing

2 airlines fly nonstop from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). It's 580 miles (934 km), about 2h 25m in the air. Operated by Air China, Hainan Airlines.

XIY
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport
🇨🇳 Xian, China
PEK
Beijing Capital International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
580 mi
934 km
CO₂/pax
107 kg
−42 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Air China +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air China Air China Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
XIY → PEK
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
580 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
XIY → PEK
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
580 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Xian to Beijing with one stop · direct emits 107 kg CO₂ per passenger

XIY UYN (Yulin) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 10m (274 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (393 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 149 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → UYN
1h 10m · 274 mi
View XIY to UYN flights →
Leg 2
UYN → PEK
1h 40m · 393 mi
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XIY DSN (Dongsheng) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 15m (354 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (360 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 157 kg CO₂ (+47% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → DSN
1h 15m · 354 mi
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Leg 2
DSN → PEK
1h 35m · 360 mi
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XIY ENY (Yan'an) PEK
Leg 1: 1h (146 mi) Leg 2: 2h (459 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 137 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → ENY
1h · 146 mi
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Leg 2
ENY → PEK
2h · 459 mi
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XIY LLV (Luliang) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 10m (260 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (336 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 135 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → LLV
1h 10m · 260 mi
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Leg 2
LLV → PEK
1h 50m · 336 mi
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XIY BAV (Baotou) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 35m (428 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (349 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 169 kg CO₂ (+58% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → BAV
1h 35m · 428 mi
View XIY to BAV flights →
Leg 2
BAV → PEK
1h 30m · 349 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Xian to Beijing?

A nonstop flight from Xian (XIY) to Beijing (PEK) takes approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 580 miles (934 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Xian to Beijing?

2 airlines: Air China, Hainan Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Xian to Beijing?

Yes. 2 airlines: Air China, Hainan Airlines.

How far is Xian from Beijing?

The flight distance from Xian to Beijing is 580 miles (934 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 Beijing?

At 2h 25m, 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 Beijing?

Roughly 107 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 535 km.

Is the return flight from Beijing 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 Beijing?

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.