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

Flights via Shanghai (PVG) offer the lowest average return price of $704.

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

Flights connecting via Guangzhou (CAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 10m.

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

Juneyao Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, and China Eastern are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Xi'an Xianyang

Which airlines fly to Xi'an?

China Eastern, China Southern and XiamenAir are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Xi'an from Sydney according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 52% 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?

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

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

Guangzhou (CAN) was the most common stop: 33% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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 May 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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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $903 to $719. The lowest price recently found on this route was $837.

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11:15 - 15:05

SYD

XIY

30h 50m

2 stops

06:50 - 08:05

XIY

SYD

22h 15m

2 stops

$837Multiple Airlines

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov

08:15 - 09:50

SYD

XIY

27h 35m

1 stop

19:35 - 07:15

XIY

SYD

32h 40m

1 stop

$920Juneyao Airlines

Tue, 4 Aug - Tue, 13 Oct

11:00 - 23:50

SYD

XIY

14h 50m

1 stop

21:00 - 09:00

XIY

SYD

33h 00m

2 stops

$934China Eastern

Tue, 4 Aug - Tue, 13 Oct

11:25 - 15:50

SYD

XIY

30h 25m

1 stop

20:45 - 09:20

XIY

SYD

34h 35m

1 stop

$948XiamenAir

Fri, 5 Jun - Sat, 13 Jun

08:15 - 09:50

SYD

XIY

27h 35m

1 stop

19:35 - 06:15

XIY

SYD

32h 40m

1 stop

$957Juneyao Airlines

Tue, 14 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul

11:00 - 11:30

SYD

XIY

26h 30m

1 stop

07:40 - 08:00

XIY

SYD

22h 20m

1 stop

$960China Eastern

Fri, 5 Jun - Sat, 13 Jun

15:05 - 14:30

SYD

XIY

26h 25m

1 stop

15:55 - 12:00

XIY

SYD

17h 05m

1 stop

$985Cathay Pacific

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov

20:50 - 00:30

SYD

XIY

29h 40m

1 stop

01:40 - 20:20

XIY

SYD

15h 40m

1 stop

$1,011Multiple Airlines

Mon, 28 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct

11:00 - 12:50

SYD

XIY

27h 50m

1 stop

17:30 - 08:00

XIY

SYD

36h 30m

1 stop

$1,052China Eastern

Mon, 31 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep

08:50 - 10:55

SYD

XIY

29h 05m

1 stop

20:30 - 06:50

XIY

SYD

31h 20m

1 stop

$1,056Juneyao Airlines

Tue, 27 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

Juneyao Airlines flights from Sydney to Xi'an

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Juneyao Airlines

4 Aug

SYD08:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 35m

1 stop

XIY09:50Xi'an Xianyang

13 Oct

XIY19:35Xi'an Xianyang

32h 40m

1 stop

SYD07:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

$920

Juneyao Airlines

14 July

SYD08:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 35m

1 stop

XIY09:50Xi'an Xianyang

28 July

XIY19:35Xi'an Xianyang

32h 40m

1 stop

SYD06:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

$957

Juneyao Airlines

27 Oct

SYD08:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 05m

1 stop

XIY10:55Xi'an Xianyang

29 Oct

XIY20:30Xi'an Xianyang

31h 20m

1 stop

SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,056

China Eastern flights from Sydney to Xi'an

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China Eastern

4 Aug

SYD11:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 50m

1 stop

XIY23:50Xi'an Xianyang

13 Oct

XIY21:00Xi'an Xianyang

33h 00m

2 stops

SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$934

China Eastern

5 June

SYD11:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 30m

1 stop

XIY11:30Xi'an Xianyang

13 June

XIY07:40Xi'an Xianyang

22h 20m

1 stop

SYD08:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$960

China Eastern

13 Oct

SYD12:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 35m

1 stop

XIY10:35Xi'an Xianyang

18 Oct

XIY06:40Xi'an Xianyang

23h 20m

1 stop

SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,040

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Wed 14/10

11:15-15:05

2 stops30h 50m

Xi'an Xianyang

Wed 4/11

06:50-08:05

2 stops22h 15m

$837

SydneyXi'an

SYD - XIY

SYDXIY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/8

08:15-09:50

1 stop27h 35m

Xi'an Xianyang

Tue 13/10

19:35-07:15

1 stop32h 40m

$920

SydneyXi'an

SYD - XIY

SYDXIY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/8

11:00-23:50

1 stop14h 50m

Xi'an Xianyang

Tue 13/10

21:00-09:00

2 stops33h 00m

$934

SydneyXi'an

SYD - XIY

SYDXIY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/6

11:25-15:50

1 stop30h 25m

Xi'an Xianyang

Sat 13/6

20:45-09:20

1 stop34h 35m

$948

SydneyXi'an

SYD - XIY

SYDXIY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/7

08:15-09:50

1 stop27h 35m

Xi'an Xianyang

Tue 28/7

19:35-06:15

1 stop32h 40m

$957

SydneyXi'an

SYD - XIY

SYDXIY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/6

11:00-11:30

1 stop26h 30m

Xi'an Xianyang

Sat 13/6

07:40-08:00

1 stop22h 20m

$960

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SYD - XIY

SYDXIY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 14/10

15:05-14:30

1 stop26h 25m

Xi'an Xianyang

Wed 4/11

15:55-12:00

1 stop17h 05m

$985

SydneyXi'an

SYD - XIY

SYDXIY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 28/9

20:50-00:30

1 stop29h 40m

Xi'an Xianyang

Wed 7/10

01:40-20:20

1 stop15h 40m

$1,011

SydneyXi'an

SYD - XIY

SYDXIY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 31/8

11:00-12:50

1 stop27h 50m

Xi'an Xianyang

Wed 2/9

17:30-08:00

1 stop36h 30m

$1,052

SydneyXi'an

SYD - XIY

SYDXIY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 27/10

08:50-10:55

1 stop29h 05m

Xi'an Xianyang

Thu 29/10

20:30-06:50

1 stop31h 20m

$1,056

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

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

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Xi'an from Sydney, with most prices found around $569. If you don’t want to visit Xi'an in February, then you should wait until November to fly from Sydney, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $615.

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 $667. 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 $1,184.

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 $768 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 $637 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 May 2026, prices for Sydney to Xi'an flights are approximately 9% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Sydney to Xi'an takes 15h 00m

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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 15h 00m.
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 May 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 23.81% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A330-300 at 21.43%, Airbus A330 at 21.43%, and Airbus A330-200 at 14.29%.
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 Eastern (50% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are China Southern (35%), XiamenAir (6%), and Sichuan Airlines (5%).

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China Southern	PriceFrom $563	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 152 reviews	Search China Southern flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $570	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 216 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $604	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 44 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Juneyao Airlines	PriceFrom $696	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Juneyao Airlines flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $861	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 33 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights

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