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Cheapest round-trip
$772
Typical prices: $927-$1,562
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Sat 9/29Sun 10/21
SFO - XIY • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$427
Typical prices: $521-$896
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/15
SFO - XIY • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Xi'an. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
17 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 27% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)
Cheapest • Avg $894 (round-trip)
Incheon Intl (ICN)
Shortest trip • 19h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Xi'an (SFO-XIY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Xi'an

Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
China Eastern Logo
7:10 am - 9:25 amSFO  San Francisco-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
35h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
8:00 am - 3:54 pmXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
22h 54m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Los Angeles
$817China Eastern
Sun, Oct 18 - Sun, Oct 25
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4:51 pm - 3:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
31h 59m2 stops Los Angeles Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
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5:15 pm - 11:37 pmXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
21h 22m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Los Angeles
$826Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 27
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 10:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
19h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
9:00 pm - 9:05 amXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
27h 05m1 stop Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$830China Eastern
Wed, Jan 27 - Mon, Mar 15
Asiana Airlines Logo
11:00 pm - 12:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
21h 25m1 stop Incheon Intl
Asiana Airlines Logo
1:25 pm - 3:30 pmXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
17h 05m1 stop Incheon Intl
$845Asiana Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 28
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12:00 pm - 6:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
39h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
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7:30 am - 9:05 amXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
16h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$857Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 29
Asiana Airlines Logo
11:20 pm - 12:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
21h 50m1 stop Incheon Intl
Asiana Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 3:30 pmXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
17h 20m1 stop Incheon Intl
$904Asiana Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:20 am - 2:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
23h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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3:55 pm - 9:55 pmXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
21h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,022Cathay Pacific
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 27
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1:00 pm - 11:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
19h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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3:55 pm - 9:55 pmXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
21h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,022Cathay Pacific
Sat, Oct 17 - Fri, Oct 23
Air China Logo
1:00 pm - 10:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
18h 15m1 stop Beijing Capital
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8:30 pm - 10:30 amXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
29h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,105Air China
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
Air China Logo
6:45 pm - 9:45 amSFO  San Francisco-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
24h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
2:00 pm - 12:06 amXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
25h 06m2 stops Beijing Capital Los Angeles
$1,144Air China
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Xi'an flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San Francisco to Xi'an with more confidence.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Xi'an, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 31% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

When are prices from San Francisco to Xi'an the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Xi'an are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San Francisco to Xi'an flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$427
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 20% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 54% increase in price.
Flight from San Francisco to Xi'an

When to book flights from San Francisco to Xi'an

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Xi'an flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from San Francisco to Xi'an usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Xi'an Xianyang (XIY).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Xi'an?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Xi'an:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Incheon Intl (ICN) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 15% of one-stop connections

    Hong Kong Intl (HKG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the San Francisco to Xi'an route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 33%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $982 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,461: a $479 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Xi'an?

    Some of the most popular sights in Xi'an are Bell Tower, Xi'an Bell Tower and Drum Tower and Terracota Army. These are among the most viewed places in Xi'an on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 35% above the route average of $1,107. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Xi'an takes 0h 00m, covering 6,470 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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.

  • Have flight prices from San Francisco to Xi'an changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $772 to $5,912. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Xi'an are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $522, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Xi'an?

    Flying via Incheon Intl (ICN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 09m, compared with 19h 20m via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) and 21h 19m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

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

    Xi'an is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco (China Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Xi'an flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Xi'an range from $927 to $1,562, with an average of $1,107 over the past 12 months. Anything below $927 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Xi'an flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $982 - about $479 less than Wednesday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 47% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Xi'an trip for September. Fares historically average $810 round-trip in that month - typically $1,061 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from San Francisco to Xi'an

Information on your arrival and departure airports

San Francisco (SFO)
Xi'an (XIY)