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

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

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Diego to Xi'an.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from San Diego to Xi'an. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,144 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,632, a difference of $488. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego 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 Diego 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 $923 to $2,686. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

Xi'an is 16 hours ahead of San Diego (China Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Xi'an typically range from $1,613 to $1,632. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $923, on Korean Air.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Diego to Xi'an?

Korean Air ($923) and Air Canada ($1,704) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Diego to Xi'an according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 6

6:15 am - 11:45 amSAN San Diego-XIY Xi'an Xianyang

37h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Incheon Intl

12:55 pm - 10:52 pmXIY Xi'an Xianyang-SAN San Diego

49h 57m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$923Korean Air

Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 6

6:15 am - 11:45 amSAN San Diego-XIY Xi'an Xianyang

37h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Incheon Intl

12:55 pm - 10:52 pmXIY Xi'an Xianyang-SAN San Diego

49h 57m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$924Korean Air

Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 6

4:11 pm - 2:40 pmSAN San Diego-XIY Xi'an Xianyang

30h 29m2 stops San Francisco Hong Kong Intl

10:05 pm - 4:10 pmXIY Xi'an Xianyang-SAN San Diego

34h 05m3 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Shanghai Pu Dong Vancouver Intl

$1,516Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 6

6:59 pm - 2:40 pmSAN San Diego-XIY Xi'an Xianyang

27h 41m2 stops San Francisco Hong Kong Intl

10:05 pm - 6:16 pmXIY Xi'an Xianyang-SAN San Diego

36h 11m3 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Incheon Intl San Francisco

$1,583Multiple Airlines

Sat, Feb 27 - Wed, Mar 3

4:45 pm - 7:35 pmSAN San Diego-XIY Xi'an Xianyang

58h 50m2 stops Vancouver Intl Beijing Capital

11:00 am - 3:55 pmXIY Xi'an Xianyang-SAN San Diego

44h 55m2 stops Beijing Capital Vancouver Intl

$1,704Air Canada

Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 6

8:11 pm - 2:40 pmSAN San Diego-XIY Xi'an Xianyang

26h 29m3 stops San Francisco Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Hong Kong Intl

10:05 pm - 6:16 pmXIY Xi'an Xianyang-SAN San Diego

36h 11m3 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Incheon Intl San Francisco

$1,759Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 6

12:17 pm - 7:30 pmSAN San Diego-XIY Xi'an Xianyang

39h 13m3 stops San Francisco Doha Hamad Intl Beijing Daxing Intl

3:35 pm - 4:26 pmXIY Xi'an Xianyang-SAN San Diego

40h 51m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Doha Hamad Intl San Francisco

$2,686Multiple Airlines

Thu, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 8

4:45 pm - 7:35 pmSAN San Diego-XIY Xi'an Xianyang

58h 50m2 stops Vancouver Intl Beijing Capital

11:00 am - 3:55 pmXIY Xi'an Xianyang-SAN San Diego

44h 55m2 stops Beijing Capital Vancouver Intl

$3,359Air Canada

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Diego to Xi'an? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Diego to Xi'an departing in november.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Xi'an?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Diego to Xi'an.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego 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 Diego 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 $923 to $2,686. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Xi'an?
Flights from San Diego to Xi'an usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Xi'an Xianyang (XIY).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Xi'an?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from San Diego to Xi'an. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,144 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,632, a difference of $488.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between San Diego and Xi'an?
Xi'an is 16 hours ahead of San Diego (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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,144, about $488 less than Wednesday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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