Cheap Flights from Seoul to Xian — $122

The Seoul — Xian route is served by a wide range of airlines: 6 in total, including China Eastern Airlines, Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Shandong Airlines, and Tianjin Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $122. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

Seoul is served mainly by Incheon International (ICN) and Gimpo (GMP), each playing different roles for travelers. Incheon is the country’s primary international gateway and a full-service hub for carriers like Korean Air and Asiana, plus many global airlines; it’s often viewed as the more premium, long-haul option and sits about 48 km west of downtown Seoul. Travel to the city typically takes 45–70 minutes by AREX express or airport limousine bus, with fares usually in the mid-range for airport links. Pros: modern facilities, extensive international connections and plenty of lounges; cons: longer transfer times and higher perceived costs than the nearer airport. Gimpo, closer at roughly 15 km from central Seoul, functions as a domestic and short-haul international airport favored by budget and regional carriers such as Air Seoul and Jeju Air. Trips to central areas can be as quick as 20–40 minutes by subway or bus, with lower fares compared with Incheon. Pros: convenience and shorter ground times; cons: fewer long-haul services and smaller international route options.

Xi’an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) serves as the main international gateway for Xi’an and the surrounding Shaanxi region, functioning as a major hub for full-service carriers and growing low-cost operations. It lies about 30–40 km northwest of Xi’an city center; airport express and intercity trains typically take 30–40 minutes, while taxis and rideshares can take 40–60 minutes depending on traffic, with fares usually higher than urban transit. Buses and airport shuttles offer cheaper alternatives but are slower. Pros: modern terminal facilities and frequent domestic and international connections. Cons: distance from downtown can mean longer transfers and extra cost for taxis during peak hours.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Seoul to Xian is $108 (May 2026), while the maximum is $157 (October 2026). On average, a ticket costs $129–$270.