Cheap Flights from Moscow to Xian — $212

The route Moscow — Xian is served by many carriers — 12 in total, including China Eastern Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Air China, Pobeda, SCAT, S7 Airlines, Ural Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Aeroflot, and Qanot Sharq. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $212) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

Moscow is served by several airports that together cover premium international traffic and budget or regional connections. Sheremetyevo (SVO) typically acts as the main international hub for full-service carriers and many long-haul flights; it sits about 29 km northwest of the city and is usually accessible by Aeroexpress train in roughly 35–45 minutes, by taxi in 40–70 minutes depending on traffic, and by buses with longer journey times — fares can range from modest public-transport rates to mid-range taxi fares. Domodedovo (DME) often handles a mix of full-service and low-cost carriers on international and domestic routes; it lies about 42 km south-southeast and is reachable by Aeroexpress in about 45 minutes or by car in 50–90 minutes. Vnukovo (VKO) tends to be the closest to the city center (around 28 km southwest) and can be convenient for some domestic and budget flights, with Aeroexpress plus local transfers or taxis taking roughly 30–60 minutes. Zhukovsky (ZIA) is newer and typically serves a growing share of charter and low-cost services, located about 36 km southeast and usually requiring longer road transfers. Pros: good rail links to central Moscow and a wide choice of carriers; cons: variable road traffic, multiple airports can confuse connections, and travel times/costs can change with peak hours.

Fly direct from Moscow to Xi’an for the fastest, most convenient way to bridge Russia and China—arrive sooner and skip the hassle of transfers. While connecting routes can occasionally be cheaper, a nonstop flight saves time and adds comfort, making it ideal for short trips or when you want to maximize sightseeing in Xi’an.

Xi’an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) is the main international gateway for the Xi’an metropolitan area and typically functions as a full-service hub handling both long-haul and domestic flights. Major carriers include Air China and China Eastern alongside several low-cost and regional airlines, so fares can range from budget-friendly to premium depending on carrier and season. The airport lies about 40–50 km northwest of Xi’an city center; common transfers are the high-speed Airport Express train (roughly 30–40 minutes), airport shuttle buses (about 50–70 minutes), taxis and ride-hailing services (typically 40–60 minutes), with fares varying by mode and traffic. Pros: modern facilities, direct long-haul connections and frequent train links. Cons: the greater distance to downtown can add time and cost compared with smaller urban airports.

In different months, ticket prices from Moscow to Xian vary: minimum — $209 (December 2025), maximum — $324 (October 2026). Typically, the flight costs $234–$460.