Direct (nonstop) flights from Xian to Sanya

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

XIY
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport
🇨🇳 Xian, China
SYX
Phoenix International
🇨🇳 Sanya, China
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,111 mi
1,788 km
CO₂/pax
188 kg
−48 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 25, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Changan 9H Air Changan
Route
XIY → SYX
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,111 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
XIY → SYX
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,111 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
XIY → SYX
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,111 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
XIY → SYX
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,111 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
XIY → SYX
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,111 mi

Alternative Routes

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

XIY ZYI (Zunyi) SYX
Leg 1: 1h 30m (483 mi) Leg 2: 2h (657 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 236 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → ZYI
1h 30m · 483 mi
View XIY to ZYI flights →
Leg 2
ZYI → SYX
2h · 657 mi
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XIY NNG (Nanning) SYX
Leg 1: 2h 25m (815 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (307 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 233 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → NNG
2h 25m · 815 mi
View XIY to NNG flights →
Leg 2
NNG → SYX
1h 20m · 307 mi
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XIY XFN (Xiangyang) SYX
Leg 1: 1h 10m (258 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (969 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 237 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → XFN
1h 10m · 258 mi
View XIY to XFN flights →
Leg 2
XFN → SYX
2h 35m · 969 mi
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XIY KWL (Guilin) SYX
Leg 1: 2h 15m (639 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (477 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 231 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → KWL
2h 15m · 639 mi
View XIY to KWL flights →
Leg 2
KWL → SYX
1h 35m · 477 mi
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XIY BAR (Qionghai) SYX
Leg 1: 3h (1,058 mi) Leg 2: 50m (89 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 221 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → BAR
3h · 1,058 mi
View XIY to BAR flights →
Leg 2
BAR → SYX
50m · 89 mi
View BAR to SYX flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Xian to Sanya?

A nonstop flight from Xian (XIY) to Sanya (SYX) takes approximately 3 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 1,111 miles (1,788 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Xian to Sanya?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Xian to Sanya?

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

How far is Xian from Sanya?

The flight distance from Xian to Sanya 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 Xian to Sanya?

At 3h 5m, 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 Sanya?

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

Is the return flight from Sanya 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 Sanya?

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.