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Cheapest return flight
$956
Typical prices: $765-$1,353
China Eastern
Sat 3/2Sat 10/2
MEL - XIY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$418
Typical prices: $357-$495
Juneyao Airlines
Tue 6/11
MEL - XIY • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Xi'an. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 39% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK)
Cheapest • Avg $694 (return)
Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU)
Shortest trip • 14h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Xi'an (MEL-XIY)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Xi'an

Wed, 3 Feb - Wed, 10 Feb
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 01:35MEL  Melbourne-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
16h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
21:00 - 23:50XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-MEL Melbourne
23h 50m1 stop Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$956China Eastern
1 day ago
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:40 - 09:30MEL  Melbourne-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
14h 50m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:20 - 15:00XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-MEL Melbourne
14h 40m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$993Sichuan Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:40 - 09:30MEL  Melbourne-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
14h 50m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:20 - 15:00XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-MEL Melbourne
14h 40m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$996Sichuan Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:40 - 09:30MEL  Melbourne-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
14h 50m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:20 - 15:00XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-MEL Melbourne
14h 40m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$997Sichuan Airlines
2 days ago
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
China Southern Logo
07:30 - 11:40MEL  Melbourne-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
31h 10m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
21:00 - 06:50XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-MEL Melbourne
30h 50m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,170China Southern
3+ days ago
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
China Southern Logo
11:25 - 09:45MEL  Melbourne-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
25h 20m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Changsha Huanghua Intl
China Southern Logo
21:00 - 06:50XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-MEL Melbourne
30h 50m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,172China Southern
3+ days ago
Wed, 3 Feb - Wed, 10 Feb
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 01:35MEL  Melbourne-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
16h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
15:00 - 14:05XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-MEL Melbourne
20h 05m1 stop Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$1,206China Eastern
3+ days ago
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
Beijing Capital Airlines Logo
08:00 - 20:50MEL  Melbourne-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
15h 50m1 stop Hangzhou
Beijing Capital Airlines Logo
21:55 - 06:00XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-MEL Melbourne
29h 05m1 stop Hangzhou
$1,266Beijing Capital Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 3 Feb - Wed, 10 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:00 - 17:00MEL  Melbourne-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
29h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:00 - 07:00XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-MEL Melbourne
20h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,327Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, 31 Dec - Sun, 24 Jan
China Eastern Logo
01:50 - 14:50MEL  Melbourne-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
16h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
10:25 - 11:00XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-MEL Melbourne
21h 35m1 stop Nanjing Lukou Intl
$1,899China Eastern
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Xi'an flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an?

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an typically range from $765 to $1,353. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $956 on China Eastern.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 32% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an at $589 return.
•November ($1,403) and December ($1,247) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 138% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Xi'an flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$418
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 113% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an

When to book flights from Melbourne to Xi'an

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Xi'an based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne Airport to Xi'an flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an?

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an takes 00m, covering 14,221 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Xi'an flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an range from $765 to $1,353, with an average of $973 over the past 12 months. Anything below $765 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $694 return via Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK), compared with $2,576 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an?

    The Airbus A350-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by China Southern and Thai Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-200 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $827 to $5,450. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $953, which is 128% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Xi'an Xianyang (XIY).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an pass through?

    One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an most commonly connect through:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 41% of one-stop connections
    • Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $815 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,287, a difference of $472.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to Xi'an?

    Flying via Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 51m, compared to 16h 02m via Shenzhen (SZX) and 16h 08m via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Xi'an?

    Xi'an is 3 hours behind Melbourne Airport (China Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Xi'an?

    Some of the most popular sights in Xi'an are Bell Tower and Xi'an Bell Tower and Drum Tower. These are among the most viewed places in Xi'an on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Xi'an flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $815, about $472 less than Tuesday fares (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Xi'an trip for February. Fares historically average $589 return in that month – typically $814 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Haikou Meilan Intl Airport (HAK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $694 return on this route – about $1,882 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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