Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Sydney and Xi'an?

Guangzhou (CAN) was the most common stop: 56% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Sydney to Xi'an?

Flights connecting via Chengdu (TFU) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 10m.

Which airlines fly to Xi'an?

China Southern, China Eastern and Sichuan Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Xi'an from Sydney according to our data. China Southern is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Xi'an. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Xi'an on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Sydney to Xi'an?

Nanjing (NKG) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 58m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Xi'an Xianyang?

Hainan Airlines, China Southern, and XiamenAir are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Xi'an Xianyang

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Sydney to Xi'an?

Flights via Qingdao (TAO) offer the lowest average return price of $962.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Xi'an Xianyang Airport?

Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Xi'an Xianyang Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Xi'an Xianyang Airport?

As of October 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Xi'an Xianyang Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Xi'an Xianyang Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Xi'an Xianyang Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Xi'an Xianyang Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Xi'an Xianyang Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Xi'an Xianyang Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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11:15 - 10:05SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang

25h 50m2 stops Wuhan Beijing Daxing Intl

22:00 - 09:15XIY Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 15m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Wuhan

$784China Eastern

Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

11:15 - 10:05SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang

25h 50m2 stops Wuhan Beijing Daxing Intl

12:30 - 09:00XIY Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

17h 30m1 stop Nanjing Lukou Intl

$787China Eastern

Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

15:10 - 10:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang

21h 50m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

07:00 - 07:30XIY Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 30m1 stop Shenzhen

$867China Southern

Sun, 8 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

15:10 - 16:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang

28h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

07:00 - 07:30XIY Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 30m1 stop Shenzhen

$918China Southern

Sun, 8 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

15:10 - 19:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang

31h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

07:00 - 07:30XIY Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 30m1 stop Shenzhen

$920China Southern

Sun, 8 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

21:35 - 00:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang

30h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi

01:40 - 19:20XIY Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi

$1,009Scoot

Sun, 28 Mar - Sun, 27 Jun

12:00 - 00:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang

15h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

12:30 - 09:00XIY Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

17h 30m1 stop Nanjing Lukou Intl

$1,139China Eastern

Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

21:35 - 23:05SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang

28h 30m3 stops Singapore Changi Kuala Lumpur Intl Guangzhou Baiyun

20:30 - 07:30XIY Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,217Multiple Airlines

Sun, 28 Mar - Mon, 28 Jun

21:25 - 13:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang

18h 35m2 stops Chengdu Tianfu Intl Guiyang

21:20 - 15:05XIY Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 45m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$2,118Sichuan Airlines

Fri, 25 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan

21:20 - 00:05SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang

29h 45m2 stops Chengdu Tianfu Intl Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

11:10 - 14:15XIY Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 05m3 stops Luzhou Xishuangbanna Gasa Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$2,299Sichuan Airlines

Sun, 28 Mar - Mon, 28 Jun

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16 Dec

SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

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XIY11:35Xi'an Xianyang

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SYD13:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

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23h 35m

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25 Dec

SYD21:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

18h 35m

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XIY13:00Xi'an Xianyang

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XIY21:20Xi'an Xianyang

14h 45m

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SYD15:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

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25 Dec

SYD21:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

18h 35m

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XIY09:50Xi'an Xianyang

50h 15m

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - XIY Xi'an Xianyang

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11:15-10:05

2 stops25h 50m

Xi'an Xianyang

Sat 28/11

22:00-09:15

2 stops32h 15m

$784

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12:30-09:00

1 stop17h 30m

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - XIY Xi'an Xianyang

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1 stop21h 50m

Xi'an Xianyang

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07:00-07:30

1 stop21h 30m

$867

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - XIY Xi'an Xianyang

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15:10-16:50

1 stop28h 40m

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1 stop21h 30m

$918

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - XIY Xi'an Xianyang

SYDXIY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/11

15:10-19:40

1 stop31h 30m

Xi'an Xianyang

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07:00-07:30

1 stop21h 30m

$920

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - XIY Xi'an Xianyang

SYDXIY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

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21:35-00:40

1 stop30h 05m

Xi'an Xianyang

Sun 27/6

01:40-19:20

1 stop15h 40m

$1,009

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - XIY Xi'an Xianyang

SYDXIY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 21/11

12:00-00:10

1 stop15h 10m

Xi'an Xianyang

Sat 28/11

12:30-09:00

1 stop17h 30m

$1,139

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - XIY Xi'an Xianyang

SYDXIY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 28/3

21:35-23:05

3 stops28h 30m

Xi'an Xianyang

Mon 28/6

20:30-07:30

1 stop33h 00m

$1,217

SydneyXi'an

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - XIY Xi'an Xianyang

SYDXIY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 25/12

21:25-13:00

2 stops18h 35m

Xi'an Xianyang

Sun 3/1

21:20-15:05

1 stop14h 45m

$2,118

SydneyXi'an

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - XIY Xi'an Xianyang

SYDXIY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 28/3

21:20-00:05

2 stops29h 45m

Xi'an Xianyang

Mon 28/6

11:10-14:15

3 stops25h 05m

$2,299

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Xi'an?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $594 to $1,183.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $784.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Xi'an?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Xi'an from Sydney, with most prices found around $579. If you don’t want to visit Xi'an in May, then you should wait until February to fly from Sydney, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $584.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Xi'an?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Xi'an from Sydney is on a Saturday. momondo users have found tickets for Saturday departures for as low as $681. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Tuesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Xi'an on Tuesday is $1,808.

What is the cheapest Sydney Kingsford Smith to Xi'an Xianyang flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Xi'an?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Xi'an from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Xi'an for around $961 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Xi'an from Sydney for as low as $645 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Sydney to Xi'an flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Sydney to Xi'an flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Sydney to Xi'an flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2026, prices for Sydney to Xi'an flights are approximately 108% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	$413
Fastest flight time	14h 50m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Xi'an from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $413. The best return flight deal from Sydney to Xi'an found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $784.

The fastest flight from Sydney to Xi'an takes 14h 50m

There are no direct flights from Sydney to Xi'an. There are no popular flight routes from Sydney to Xi'an.

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How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Xi'an Xianyang by plane?
A flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Xi'an Xianyang will travel around 8758.1 km. By plane, this route typically takes 14h 50m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Xi'an Xianyang Airport?
Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Xi'an Xianyang Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Xi'an Xianyang Airport?
As of October 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Xi'an Xianyang Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Xi'an Xianyang Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Xi'an Xianyang Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Xi'an Xianyang Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Xi'an Xianyang Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Xi'an Xianyang Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Sydney to Xi'an?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Sydney to Xi'an is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, representing 66.67% of all bookings. The subsequent popular model is Airbus A350-900 at 33.33%.
What is the most popular airline from Sydney to Xi'an?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Sydney to Xi'an is China Southern (41% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are China Eastern (40%), Sichuan Airlines (10%), and Cathay Pacific (6%).

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China Southern	PriceFrom $576	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 184 reviews	Search China Southern flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $581	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 247 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $815	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 51 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $879	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 38 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,003	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,527 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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