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Cheapest return flight
$777
Typical prices: $738-$1,212
Sichuan Airlines
Sat 10/11Sat 1/12
SYD - XIY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$414
Typical prices: $392-$821
Sichuan Airlines
Wed 31/1
SYD - XIY • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sydney and Xi'an. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 37% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Chongqing Jiangbei Intl (CKG)
Cheapest • Avg $515 (return)
Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU)
Shortest trip • 15h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Xi'an (SYD-XIY)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Xi'an

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:25 - 09:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
15h 05m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:20 - 15:05XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 45m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$777Sichuan Airlines
5 hours ago
Tue, 10 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:25 - 09:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
15h 05m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:20 - 15:05XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 45m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$777Sichuan Airlines
5 hours ago
Mon, 9 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
China Southern Logo
15:10 - 16:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
28h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
20:15 - 07:30XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
32h 15m1 stop Shenzhen
$781China Southern
5 hours ago
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
China Eastern Logo
11:15 - 10:05SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
25h 50m2 stops Wuhan Beijing Daxing Intl
China Eastern Logo
22:00 - 09:15XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
32h 15m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Wuhan
$784China Eastern
3+ days ago
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
China Eastern Logo
11:15 - 10:05SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
25h 50m2 stops Wuhan Beijing Daxing Intl
China Eastern Logo
12:30 - 09:00XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 30m1 stop Nanjing Lukou Intl
$787China Eastern
3+ days ago
Sat, 23 Jan - Wed, 10 Feb
Hainan Airlines Logo
21:00 - 14:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
20h 25m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
Hainan Airlines Logo
07:30 - 15:30XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 00m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
$788Hainan Airlines
15 hours ago
Tue, 26 Jan - Wed, 10 Feb
Hainan Airlines Logo
21:00 - 14:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
20h 25m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
Hainan Airlines Logo
07:30 - 15:30XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 00m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
$788Hainan Airlines
15 hours ago
Sun, 8 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
China Southern Logo
15:10 - 16:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
28h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
07:00 - 07:30XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
21h 30m1 stop Shenzhen
$867China Southern
13 hours ago
Mon, 23 Nov - Fri, 18 Dec
XiamenAir Logo
12:35 - 11:05SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
25h 30m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
XiamenAir Logo
17:15 - 10:35XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 20m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
$908XiamenAir
5 hours ago
Sun, 15 Nov - Fri, 18 Dec
XiamenAir Logo
12:35 - 11:05SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
25h 30m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
XiamenAir Logo
17:15 - 10:35XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 20m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
$931XiamenAir
5 hours ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Sydney 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 Sydney to Xi'an?

Return flights from Sydney to Xi'an typically range from $738 to $1,212. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $777 on Sichuan Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Xi'an. It's 12% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 27% higher.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Xi'an at $579 return.
•December ($1,414) and June ($1,308) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 144% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Sydney to Xi'an the cheapest?

Flights from Sydney to Xi'an are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Sydney to Xi'an flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$414
Beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Sydney to Xi'an

When to book flights from Sydney to Xi'an

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney to Xi'an?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Xi'an:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

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

    A direct flight from Sydney to Xi'an takes 00m, covering 14,144 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney 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 Sydney to Xi'an flight?

    Return flights from Sydney to Xi'an range from $738 to $1,212, with an average of $914 over the past 12 months. Anything below $738 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sydney to Xi'an flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 22% above the $914 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $515 return via Chongqing Jiangbei Intl (CKG), compared with $1,755 for direct.

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

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by China Southern. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Sydney 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 $777 to $4,964. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Sydney to Xi'an are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $796, which is 46% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Sydney to Xi'an usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Xi'an Xianyang (XIY).

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

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

    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 47% of one-stop connections
    • Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 8% of one-stop connections
    • Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG) – 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Sydney to Xi'an. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $805 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,170, a difference of $364.

    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 Sydney to Xi'an?

    Flying via Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 08m, compared to 15h 19m via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) and 15h 31m via Wuhan (WUH).

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

    Xi'an is 3 hours behind Sydney (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.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Sydney to Xi'an flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • China Eastern: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Sydney 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average $805, about $364 less than Saturday fares (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Xi'an trip for May. Fares historically average $579 return in that month – typically $835 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Chongqing Jiangbei Intl Airport (CKG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $515 return on this route – about $1,240 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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