Top Airlines Flying from Sydney to Xi'an

Choose from 11 airlines fly from Sydney 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 Sydney to Xi'an for the next 3 months. Book one way from AU$ 424 | Return ticket from AU$ 653.

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Flight Information from Sydney to Xi'an

The distance between Sydney and Xi'an is about 8,769.7km. The direct flights take around 14 hours 25 minutes. Visit Xi'an during December for peak season energy, or opt for September for fewer crowds and cheaper flights.

Cheapest one-way flight priceAU$ 305
Cheapest return ticket priceAU$ 614
Off-season for travelSeptember
Peak season for travelDecember
Flight distance8,769.7km
Average flight time14 hours 25 minutes
Popular airlineChina Eastern Airlines

Best Time to Book Flights from Sydney to Xi'an

The cheapest flights from Sydney to Xi'an are available between Jan 18 and Jan 25, with one way flights starting from AU$ 299.

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

FAQ

  • Which airlines offer direct flights from Sydney to Xi'an?

    At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Sydney to Xi'an with the following airlines, including: Scoot Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 14 hours 25 minutes to fly from Sydney (SYD) 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 Sydney 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 4 flight per week flying from Sydney to Xi'an. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: China Eastern Airlines: -/-/T/-/T/-/S -- MU792 (13:37) China Eastern Airlines: -/-/-/W/-/F/- -- MU750 (13:46)
  • The cheapest months to fly from Sydney 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 Sydney to Xi'an on November 20, 2025 with Juneyao Airlines, with prices starting at AU$ 554.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Xi'an, with Sydney Airport to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (SYD-XIY) is by far the most common option on this route: Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY).
  • The time difference between Xi'an and Sydney 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 Sydney to Xi'an

A sub-provincial city in the plains, Xi’an is one of the oldest cities of China. It holds a rich tradition within its walls. It is one of the Four Great Capitals of China. Since the 1980s it has significantly regained its position as an essential cultural and economic centre in China. It is considered as one of the 13 emerging megacities in China. Sitting on Guangzhou plain, the city borders the northern foot of the Qin Mountains. It has a humid climate characterised by hot summers and cold, dry winters.

Tip: The city is well-connected via bus and metro. Travel through the town is secure, and taxis are available frequently.

Getting to Xi'an

The city is served by the Xi’an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) and is the largest airport in northwestern China. Direct flights from Sydney to Xi’an are few and far between. China Southern operates cheap flights from Sydney to Xi’an. China Eastern, Xiamen, Virgin and Scoot also have frequent flights from Sydney to Xi’an.

Tip: The flight time is upwards of 14 hours. Prepare well for the journey with a beautiful book or playlist for in-flight entertainment.

Take in the Points of Interest in Xi'an

Xi’an is most famous for the Mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang and his Terracotta Army. Other historical sites to visit are the well-preserved city wall, Bell Tower, Giant Wild Goose and Small Wild Goose Pagoda, the Great Mosque of Xi’an and the Han Yang Ling Museum.

Famous temples include the Xi Ming Temple, Wolong Temple, Xingjiao Temple and the Jianfu Temple. For the nature lovers, Mount Li and Huaqing Hot Springs are a must-do.

The yangrou paomo, flatbread soaked in Lamb Soup, is a very famous dish Xi’anese dish. While you’re there, a visit to the night market will find you amongst some delectable treats like Chinese Hamburger, Liangpi and Biang Biang noodles.

If you’re looking for nightlife, there are plenty of pubs and bars spread across town and give you the latest in Chinese pop. Most clubs have karaoke nights and the area around the Bell Tower is well known for its disco clubs. For some clean family entertainment, head to Big Wild Goose at night for the Fountain and Music show.

Best Region for Accommodation

The area close to the city centre has a plethora of hotels and stay options for all budgets. You can also choose to stay at luxury hotels close to the Terracotta Warriors or other places of interest for your convenience. Book your Sydney-Xi’an flights with accommodation for great deals and offers. For more information on Sydney to Xi’an flight bookings, use Trip.com’s secure search options to plan your travel.