Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Xian

Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Xian

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Xian. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$70

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

2h 40m

05/12/2025

The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Xian departs on 05/12/2025, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $70

Cheapest round trip flight

$154

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

4h 50m

05/09/2025

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Xian departs on 05/09/2025, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $154

The fastest flight

2h 30m

Fastest flight from Shanghai to Xian takes 2h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

6:45 AM

Latest flight

11:05 PM

Average flight duration

2h 35m

Direct flights count

247

Distance

1239km

Timezone difference

0h

The distance between Shanghai and Xian is 1239km (768 miles). The average flight duration is 2h 35m. There are 247 direct flights from Shanghai to Xian. Shanghai and Xian are in the same time zone. Flights from Shanghai begin at 6:45 AM. The latest flight from Shanghai departs at 11:05 PM.

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Shanghai to Xian by month

We carefully collect statistics on the search and pricing of airlines and, based on these data, we make an assumption about future prices. Thus, you can better understand which season is the cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Xian

May 2025

Lowest price

on average:

$71

November 2025

Highest price

on average:

$218

Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

Below you will find a list of airlines operating flights on the Shanghai — Xian route and the starting prices for flights of each specific airline on it.

Spring Airlines

Starting at $74

China Southern Airlines

Starting at $78

Sichuan Airlines

Starting at $78

China Eastern Airlines

Starting at $84

Juneyao Airlines

Starting at $89

Hainan Airlines

Starting at $99

Shanghai Airlines

Starting at $122

Direct Flights from Shanghai to Xian

A direct flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Shanghai to Xian, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Shanghai — Xian

SHA — SIA

05/08/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

3U3270

Starting at $128

Shanghai — Xian

SHA — SIA

05/09/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

9C8845

Starting at $99

Shanghai — Xian

SHA — SIA

05/12/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

MU2168

Starting at $121

Shanghai — Xian

SHA — SIA

05/13/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

MU9801

Starting at $84

Shanghai — Xian

SHA — SIA

05/14/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

HU7842

Starting at $93

Shanghai — Xian

SHA — SIA

05/15/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

MU2158

Starting at $138

Shanghai — Xian

SHA — SIA

05/16/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

MU2158

Starting at $141

Shanghai — Xian

SHA — SIA

05/17/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

MU2240

Starting at $136

Shanghai — Xian

SHA — SIA

05/19/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

9C8947

Starting at $106

Shanghai — Xian

SHA — SIA

05/20/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

HO1009

Starting at $89

Schedule of direct flights from Shanghai to Xian

A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Shanghai to Xian:

China Eastern Airlines

Every day

Starting at $160

Hainan Airlines

Every day

Starting at $86

China Southern Airlines

Every day

Starting at $78

Spring Airlines

Every day

Starting at $107

Shanghai Airlines

Every day

Starting at $110

Juneyao Airlines

Every day

Starting at $125

Air China

Every day

Starting at $93

Shanghai airports overview

SHA

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

Airlines flying to this airport

$74

Starting at

$114-7%

on average

PVG

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Airlines flying to this airport

$71

Starting at

$122

on average

Xian airports overview

XIY

Xianyang International Airport

Airlines flying to this airport

$71

Starting at

$118

on average

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

How much is the cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Xian?

The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Xian according to data for the last 48 hours costs $70

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Shanghai — Xian?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Shanghai to Xian is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Shanghai to Xian?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Xian can be found flying in these months: May, June, September.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Xian?

The fastest flights from Shanghai to Xian start from 2 hours 30 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Shanghai to Xian?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Shanghai — Xian: Sichuan Airlines, Spring Airlines, China Eastern Airlines

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Shanghai to Xian

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Shanghai to Xian

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Cheapest one way flight

$70

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

2h 40m

05/12/2025

The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Xian departs on 05/12/2025, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $70

Cheapest round trip flight

$154

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

4h 50m

05/09/2025

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Xian departs on 05/09/2025, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $154

The fastest flight

2h 30m

Fastest flight from Shanghai to Xian takes 2h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

6:45 AM

Latest flight

11:05 PM

Average flight duration

2h 35m

Direct flights count

247

Distance

1239km

Timezone difference

0h

China Eastern Airlines

Every day

Starting at $160

Hainan Airlines

Every day

Starting at $86

China Southern Airlines

Every day

Starting at $78

Spring Airlines

Every day

Starting at $107

Shanghai Airlines

Every day

Starting at $110

Juneyao Airlines

Every day

Starting at $125

Air China

Every day

Starting at $93

How much is the cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Xian?

The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Xian according to data for the last 48 hours costs $70

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Shanghai — Xian?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Shanghai to Xian is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Shanghai to Xian?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Xian can be found flying in these months: May, June, September.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Xian?

The fastest flights from Shanghai to Xian start from 2 hours 30 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Shanghai to Xian?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Shanghai — Xian: Sichuan Airlines, Spring Airlines, China Eastern Airlines

Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Xian Starting at $70

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Economy

Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Xian

Cheapest one way flight

$70

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

2h 40m

05/12/2025

Cheapest round trip flight

$154

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

4h 50m

05/09/2025

The fastest flight

2h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Earliest flight

6:45 AM

Latest flight

11:05 PM

Average flight duration

2h 35m

Direct flights count

247

Distance

1239km

Timezone difference

0h

Airfare from Shanghai to Xian by month

May 2025

on average:

$71

November 2025

on average:

$218

Airlines operating on route

Direct Flights from Shanghai to Xian

Schedule of direct flights from Shanghai to Xian

Shanghai airports overview

Xian airports overview

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Shanghai to Xian

Alternative routes

Cheapest one way flight

$70

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

2h 40m

05/12/2025

Cheapest round trip flight

$154

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

4h 50m

05/09/2025

The fastest flight

2h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Earliest flight

6:45 AM

Latest flight

11:05 PM

Average flight duration

2h 35m

Direct flights count

247

Distance

1239km

Timezone difference

0h

May 2025

on average:

$71

November 2025

on average: