Cheap Flights from Beijing to Xian — $87

The route Beijing — Xian is served by many carriers — 6 in total, including China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Hebei Airlines, Hong Kong Express Airways, and Air China. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $87) 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.

Beijing Capital International (PEK) is the city’s long-established international hub, handling most full-service carriers and many regional flights; it’s often perceived as a mid-to-high price option for international travel. Located about 25 km northeast of downtown, travel to the city center typically takes 30–60 minutes by Airport Express and subway connection (fare around CNY 25–35) or 40–90 minutes by taxi (metered, roughly CNY 100–150 depending on traffic). Pros include extensive route networks and many airline lounges; cons can be crowding at peak times and longer walks between terminals. Beijing Daxing International (PKX) serves as a newer, large-scale international and transfer hub with an emphasis on both full-service and some low-cost operators; it’s usually seen as competitive on price for many routes. Situated roughly 46 km south of central Beijing, journeys often run 40–60 minutes via the high-speed Airport Express (fare commonly CNY 25–40) or 50–80 minutes by taxi (higher fare due to distance). Advantages are modern facilities and efficient transfer corridors; downsides may include longer transfers to some parts of the city and fewer ground-transport choices compared with the older airport. For domestic and budget-focused travelers, Beijing also has smaller general aviation fields and heliports used occasionally for regional services and charters; these can be more convenient for specific suburban destinations but offer limited scheduled connections.

Xi’an is served mainly by Xi’an Xianyang International Airport (XIY), a major western China hub handling most international and domestic flights and favored by carriers like Air China, China Eastern, and budget operators such as Spring Airlines. Located about 40–45 km northwest of downtown, transfer to the city is typically by airport express train (roughly 30–40 minutes), long-distance bus (45–60 minutes), taxi (around 40–60 minutes) or ride-hailing; fares can range from modest municipal bus prices to mid‑range taxi costs depending on time and traffic. The airport is generally modern and well-equipped for transfers, though distances and occasional peak‑hour congestion can add time and expense for last‑minute connections.

In different months, ticket prices from Beijing to Xian vary: minimum — $87 (June 2026), maximum — $302 (November 2026). Typically, the flight costs $135–$164.