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Top Airlines Flying from Melbourne to Xi'an

Choose from 11 airlines fly from Melbourne to Xi'an, including China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, and Beijing Capital Airlines. China Eastern Airlines has lowest fares on this route.
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Search direct flights: from Melbourne to Xi'an for the next 3 months. Book one way from AU$ 305 | Return from AU$ 3,647

      • Cheapest nonstop
        MEL 13:00
        15h 10m
        Direct
        XIY 01:10
        Melbourne - Xi'an | Mon, Jan 12 | China Eastern Airlines
        XIY 17:00
        15h
        Direct
        MEL 11:00
        Xi'an - Melbourne | Fri, Jan 16 | China Eastern Airlines
        AU$ 3,647 AU$ 4,558
        20% OFF
        20% OFF
        AU$ 4,558 AU$ 3,647
      • MEL 08:00
        19h 20m
        1 stop
        XIY 00:20
        Melbourne - Xi'an | Thu, Nov 13 | Beijing Capital Airlines
        XIY 08:10
        18h 50m
        1 stop
        MEL 06:00
        Xi'an - Melbourne | Wed, Nov 19 | Hainan Airlines
        AU$ 555 AU$ 4,558
        88% OFF
        88% OFF
        AU$ 4,558 AU$ 555
      • MEL 20:45
        20h 40m
        1 stop
        XIY 14:25
        Melbourne - Xi'an | Fri, Nov 14 | Hainan Airlines
        XIY 13:50
        22h 20m
        1 stop
        MEL 15:10
        Xi'an - Melbourne | Mon, Nov 17 | Hainan Airlines
        AU$ 581 AU$ 4,558
        87% OFF
        87% OFF
        AU$ 4,558 AU$ 581
      • MEL 08:00
        36h 45m
        1 stop
        XIY 17:45
        Melbourne - Xi'an | Sat, Jan 10 | Beijing Capital Airlines
        XIY 22:05
        28h 55m
        1 stop
        MEL 06:00
        Xi'an - Melbourne | Tue, Jan 13 | Beijing Capital Airlines
        AU$ 594
        87% OFF
        AU$ 4,558 AU$ 594
      • MEL 08:00
        29h 5m
        1 stop
        XIY 10:05
        Melbourne - Xi'an | Mon, Nov 24 | Beijing Capital Airlines
        XIY 07:35
        19h 25m
        1 stop
        MEL 06:00
        Xi'an - Melbourne | Fri, Nov 28 | Beijing Capital Airlines
        AU$ 628
        86% OFF
        AU$ 4,558 AU$ 628
      • MEL 09:00
        16h 35m
        1 stop
        XIY 22:35
        Melbourne - Xi'an | Fri, Nov 14 | Juneyao Airlines
        XIY 18:30
        33h 30m
        1 stop
        MEL 07:00
        Xi'an - Melbourne | Mon, Nov 17 | Juneyao Airlines
        AU$ 646
        86% OFF
        AU$ 4,558 AU$ 646
      • MEL 09:00
        32h 25m
        1 stop
        XIY 14:25
        Melbourne - Xi'an | Wed, Nov 19 | Juneyao Airlines
        XIY 16:30
        35h 30m
        1 stop
        MEL 07:00
        Xi'an - Melbourne | Wed, Nov 26 | Juneyao Airlines
        AU$ 654
        86% OFF
        AU$ 4,558 AU$ 654
      • MEL 23:30
        13h 30m
        1 stop
        XIY 10:00
        Melbourne - Xi'an | Sun, Nov 16 | China Southern Airlines
        XIY 21:00
        21h 30m
        1 stop
        MEL 21:30
        Xi'an - Melbourne | Sun, Nov 23 | China Southern Airlines
        AU$ 671
        85% OFF
        AU$ 4,558 AU$ 671
      • MEL 11:25
        14h 30m
        1 stop
        XIY 22:55
        Melbourne - Xi'an | Fri, Nov 14 | China Southern Airlines
        XIY 18:00
        24h 30m
        1 stop
        MEL 21:30
        Xi'an - Melbourne | Mon, Nov 17 | China Southern Airlines
        AU$ 673
        85% OFF
        AU$ 4,558 AU$ 673
      • MEL 12:00
        24h 15m
        1 stop
        XIY 09:15
        Melbourne - Xi'an | Sun, Nov 16 | China Eastern Airlines
        XIY 17:00
        15h
        Direct
        MEL 11:00
        Xi'an - Melbourne | Sun, Nov 23 | China Eastern Airlines
        AU$ 697
        85% OFF
        AU$ 4,558 AU$ 697
      • MEL 13:00
        31h 20m
        1 stop
        XIY 17:20
        Melbourne - Xi'an | Thu, Nov 13 | China Eastern Airlines
        XIY 17:00
        15h
        Direct
        MEL 11:00
        Xi'an - Melbourne | Wed, Nov 19 | China Eastern Airlines
        AU$ 702
        85% OFF
        AU$ 4,558 AU$ 702
      • MEL 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        SIA Invalid Date
        Melbourne - Xi'an | Sat, Nov 15 | Normal Airline
        SIA 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        MEL 16:00
        Xi'an - Melbourne | Mon, Nov 17 | Normal Airline
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Flight Information from Melbourne to Xi'an

The distance between Melbourne and Xi'an is about 8,827.38km. The direct flights take around 15 hours 10 minutes. Visit Xi'an during January for peak season energy, or opt for September for fewer crowds and cheaper flights.

Cheapest one-way flight priceAU$ 305
Cheapest return ticket priceAU$ 555
Off-season for travelSeptember
Peak season for travelJanuary
Flight distance8,827.38km
Average flight time15 hours 10 minutes
Popular airlineChina Eastern Airlines

Best Time to Book Flights from Melbourne to Xi'an

The cheapest flights from Melbourne to Xi'an are available between Jan 11 and Jan 18, with one way flights starting from AU$ 291.

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    284
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    251
Displayed prices are calculated based on the cheapest average weekly prices of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

FAQ

  • Which airlines offer flights from Melbourne to Xi'an?

    At the moment, several airlines serve connecting flights from Melbourne to Xi'an, including: China Eastern Airlines China Southern Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines Air China Hainan Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings made by users on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 15 hours 10 minutes to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Xi'an (SIA).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Xi'an is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 3 flight per week flying from Melbourne to Xi'an. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: China Eastern Airlines: S/-/-/W/-/F/- -- MU852 (13:15)
  • The cheapest months to fly from Melbourne to Xi'an is September, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our November flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Xi'an on November 14, 2025 with Juneyao Airlines, with prices starting at AU$ 531.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Xi'an, with Melbourne Airport to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (MEL-XIY) is by far the most common option on this route: Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY).
  • The time difference between Xi'an and Melbourne is 2h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

Flight from Melbourne to Xi’an

Xi’an is the capital of Shaanxi province, china. It is located on the Guanzhong Plain in Northwest China. It is among the oldest cities in China. Xi’an is rich in preserving culture. It faces a temperate climate which is influenced by the monsoon of East Asia. It has a population of 8.7 million people. This city offers transport facilities like metro station, railway station, taxi, Express-ways, bell tower underpass and an international airport. It has an art district named Textile Town. It is home to many Chinese stars like Xu Wei, Zhang Chu and Zheng Jun. Yang Rou Pao Mo is a well known Xi’anese cuisine. The religion of Buddhism has considerable influence over the city of Xi’an.

Tip:The most pleasant season for visiting Xi’an is Autumn. Do carry warm wear if you’re travelling in winter.

Getting to Xi’an 

ReachXi'an Xianyang International Airportvia flights from Melbourne Tullamarine airport. It is located in the city of Xianyang and on top of that it is also the nation’s 14th busiest airport. The major carriers are Joy air and Hainan airlines. Various transport options are available to passengers arriving at the airport such as bus, train, taxi, car hire, etc. Direct flights to Xi’anare offered daily by Hainan Airlines. For cheap flights from Melbourne to Xi’an, look for the carrier Jetcost.

Tip:If you’re looking for cheap flights, the ones with a stopover in Hong Kong usually tend to be priced lower.

Take in The Sights of The City 

Xi’an used to be famous for the Silkroad but now also for terracotta warriors. The best season to visit Xi’an is autumn. Xi’an is about 3000 years old town which has more of burial sites such as tombs of the Zhou dynasty kings. One must also visit Pagodas which are located within the city, and they belong to Giant wild goose pagoda. There is a city wall which was built by Ming dynasty. The other sites which can attract your focus are the great mosque of Xi'an, the bell tower, the drum tower and the steel forest, etc. Travellers can enjoy the glamorous nightlife in the city with the music and fountain performance on the north square under the pagoda. For party-animals various karaoke bars, nightclubs and discos are available. There are many big shopping malls such as Kai yuan shopping mall and Century Ginwa shopping mall.

Tip: Take home a piece of this city’s history and shop for the curio, craft work and antique in the local markets. 

Best Areas for Accommodation 

While searching for Melbourne-Xi’an Flights, take a package with a hotel stay to reduce your overall cost. Look for accommodation in the city centre to stay closer to tourist destinations. For a quainter resort-style holiday, many nature-spots are present in and around the town.

Tip: For hassle-free journey plan your trip and stay on your decided fixed budget, book your Xi’an experience with Trip.com.

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