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Cheapest round-trip
$877
Typical prices: $955-$1,620
Air China
Sat 3/3Fri 3/30
SFO - XIY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$423
Typical prices: $517-$887
XiamenAir
Sat 12/1
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 52% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 25% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)
Cheapest • Avg $894 (round-trip)
Incheon Intl (ICN)
Shortest trip • 19h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Xi'an (SFO-XIY)

 

Cheap flights from San Francisco to Xi'an with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Wed, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 30
Air China Logo
12:00 pm - 11:00 amSFO  San Francisco-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
31h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
7:30 pm - 10:30 amXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
30h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital
$877Air China
Sun, Jan 31 - Thu, Feb 11
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 - 2:30 pmXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
17h 05m1 stop Incheon Intl
$884Asiana Airlines
Wed, Mar 3 - Thu, Apr 1
Asiana Airlines Logo
11:00 pm - 12:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
21h 25m1 stop Incheon Intl
Asiana Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 3:20 pmXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
17h 10m1 stop Incheon Intl
$884Asiana Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Sat, Feb 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:18 am - 12:05 amSFO  San Francisco-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
25h 47m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 3:56 pmXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
25h 26m2 stops Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Los Angeles
$889Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 31
Air China Logo
12:00 pm - 11:00 amSFO  San Francisco-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
31h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
8:30 am - 10:30 amXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
17h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital
$892Air China
Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:07 pm - 12:05 amSFO  San Francisco-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
39h 58m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 3:56 pmXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
25h 26m2 stops Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Los Angeles
$895Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:00 pm - 11:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
19h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
3:55 pm - 9:55 pmXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
21h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$995Cathay Pacific
Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 21
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:55 pm - 2:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
23h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
3:55 pm - 9:45 amXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
33h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,011Cathay Pacific
Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 21
China Eastern Logo
7:00 am - 12:05 amSFO  San Francisco-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
25h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
8:00 am - 3:08 pmXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
23h 08m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Los Angeles
$1,029China Eastern
Thu, Mar 4 - Thu, Apr 1
China Eastern Logo
7:00 am - 12:05 amSFO  San Francisco-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
25h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
7:30 am - 3:08 pmXIY  Xi'an Xianyang-SFO San Francisco
22h 38m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Los Angeles
$1,029China Eastern

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 with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Xi'an?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Xi'an typically range from $955 to $1,620. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $877, on Air China.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Xi'an. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 40% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Xi'an?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Xi'an at $858 round-trip.
•March ($1,871) and June ($1,700) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 118% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights 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 52% 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

September

Cheapest flight

$423
Beat the crowds with an average 63% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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

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

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Xi'an takes 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.

  • 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 $955 to $1,620, with an average of $1,139 over the past 12 months. Anything below $955 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 46% above the $1,139 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 $877 to $7,546. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x 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 $530, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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).

  • 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) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Incheon Intl (ICN) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 14% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from San Francisco to Xi'an. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $927 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,601, a difference of $674.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 11m, compared with 19h 20m via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) and 21h 08m via Beijing Capital (PEK).

  • 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.

  • 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $927, about $674 less than Wednesday fares (42% 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 52% 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 $858 round-trip in that month - typically $1,013 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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