Direct (nonstop) flights from Xining to Beijing

5 airlines fly nonstop from Xining Caojiabu Airport (XNN) to Daxing International Airport (PKX). It's 809 miles (1,302 km), about 2h 35m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China United Airlines and others.

XNN
Xining Caojiabu Airport
🇨🇳 Xining, China
PKX
Daxing International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
809 mi
1,302 km
CO₂/pax
150 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
China Southern Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines China United Airlines China United Airlines Xiamen Airlines Xiamen Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
XNN → PKX
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
809 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
XNN → PKX
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
809 mi
China United Airlines KN China United Airlines
Route
XNN → PKX
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
809 mi
Xiamen Airlines MF Xiamen Airlines
Route
XNN → PKX
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
809 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
XNN → PKX
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
809 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Xining to Beijing with one stop · direct emits 150 kg CO₂ per passenger

XNN DSN (Dongsheng) PKX
Leg 1: 1h 25m (473 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (350 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 178 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → DSN
1h 25m · 473 mi
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Leg 2
DSN → PKX
1h 35m · 350 mi
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XNN INC (Yinchuan) PKX
Leg 1: 1h 10m (269 mi) Leg 2: 1h 58m (546 mi) Total: ~3h 8m 🍃 176 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → INC
1h 10m · 269 mi
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Leg 2
INC → PKX
1h 58m · 546 mi
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XNN XIY (Xian) PKX
Leg 1: 1h 30m (405 mi) Leg 2: 2h (548 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 201 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → XIY
1h 30m · 405 mi
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Leg 2
XIY → PKX
2h · 548 mi
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XNN MIG (Mian Yang) PKX
Leg 1: 1h 25m (384 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (861 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 255 kg CO₂ (+70% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → MIG
1h 25m · 384 mi
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Leg 2
MIG → PKX
2h 30m · 861 mi
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XNN HFE (Hefei) PKX
Leg 1: 2h 25m (908 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (519 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 289 kg CO₂ (+93% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → HFE
2h 25m · 908 mi
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Leg 2
HFE → PKX
1h 40m · 519 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Xining to Beijing?

A nonstop flight from Xining (XNN) to Beijing (PKX) takes approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 809 miles (1,302 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Xining to Beijing?

5 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China United Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Xining to Beijing?

Yes. 5 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China United Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Xining from Beijing?

The flight distance from Xining to Beijing is 809 miles (1,302 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Xining to Beijing?

At 2h 35m, 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 Xining to Beijing?

Roughly 150 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 750 km.

Is the return flight from Beijing to Xining 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 Xining 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 Xining Caojiabu Airport for this flight?

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