How long does it take to fly to Xining?

On average, it takes 20h 20m to fly from California to Xining if you fly out of San Francisco (the most popular airport in California) and into Xining (the most popular airport in Xining). If you’re flying out of San Jose and into Xining, then the flight time is around 25h 21m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Xining Caojiabao Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Xining Caojiabao Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Xining Caojiabao Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Xining Caojiabao Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Xining Caojiabao Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Xining Caojiabao Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Xining Caojiabao Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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12:00 pm - 11:20 pm

SFO

XNN

20h 20m

1 stop

7:50 am - 3:54 pm

XNN

SFO

23h 04m

2 stops

$1,141China Eastern

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

12:00 pm - 11:20 pm

SFO

XNN

20h 20m

1 stop

7:50 am - 9:05 am

XNN

SFO

16h 15m

1 stop

$1,162China Eastern

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

1:00 pm - 9:40 am

SFO

XNN

53h 40m

2 stops

7:50 am - 9:05 am

XNN

SFO

16h 15m

1 stop

$1,172China Eastern

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

12:00 pm - 6:35 pm

SFO

XNN

39h 35m

2 stops

7:50 am - 3:54 pm

XNN

SFO

23h 04m

2 stops

$1,177China Eastern

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

12:00 pm - 6:35 pm

SFO

XNN

39h 35m

2 stops

7:50 am - 9:05 am

XNN

SFO

16h 15m

1 stop

$1,198China Eastern

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

1:00 pm - 9:40 am

SFO

XNN

53h 40m

2 stops

10:25 am - 3:54 pm

XNN

SFO

44h 29m

2 stops

$1,321China Eastern

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

6:15 am - 9:40 am

SAN

XNN

36h 25m

2 stops

10:25 am - 3:10 pm

XNN

SAN

43h 45m

2 stops

$1,383China Eastern

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5

6:15 am - 11:20 pm

SAN

XNN

26h 05m

2 stops

7:50 am - 3:10 pm

XNN

SAN

22h 20m

2 stops

$1,408China Eastern

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5

12:00 pm - 6:20 pm

SFO

XNN

38h 20m

2 stops

9:30 pm - 12:07 am

XNN

SFO

42h 37m

2 stops

$1,814Air China

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15

12:00 pm - 10:10 am

SFO

XNN

30h 10m

1 stop

9:30 pm - 11:04 pm

XNN

SFO

41h 34m

2 stops

$2,051Air China

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15

China Eastern flights from California to Xining

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China Eastern

Sep 10

SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco

20h 20m

1 stop

XNN11:20 pmXining Caojiabao

Sep 14

XNN7:50 amXining Caojiabao

23h 04m

2 stops

SFO3:54 pmSan Francisco

$1,141

China Eastern

Sep 10

SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco

20h 20m

1 stop

XNN11:20 pmXining Caojiabao

Sep 14

XNN7:50 amXining Caojiabao

16h 15m

1 stop

SFO9:05 amSan Francisco

$1,162

China Eastern

Sep 10

SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco

53h 40m

2 stops

XNN9:40 amXining Caojiabao

Sep 14

XNN7:50 amXining Caojiabao

16h 15m

1 stop

SFO9:05 amSan Francisco

$1,172

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Air China

Nov 11

SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco

38h 20m

2 stops

XNN6:20 pmXining Caojiabao

Nov 15

XNN9:30 pmXining Caojiabao

42h 37m

2 stops

SFO12:07 amSan Francisco

$1,814

Air China

Nov 11

SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco

30h 10m

1 stop

XNN10:10 amXining Caojiabao

Nov 15

XNN9:30 pmXining Caojiabao

41h 34m

2 stops

SFO11:04 pmSan Francisco

$2,051

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San FranciscoXining

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San Francisco

Thu 9/10

12:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Xining Caojiabao

Mon 9/14

7:50 am-3:54 pm

2 stops23h 04m

$1,141

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San FranciscoXining

SFO - XNN

SFOXNN

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

12:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Xining Caojiabao

Mon 9/14

7:50 am-9:05 am

1 stop16h 15m

$1,162

San FranciscoXining

SFO - XNN

SFOXNN

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

1:00 pm-9:40 am

2 stops53h 40m

Xining Caojiabao

Mon 9/14

7:50 am-9:05 am

1 stop16h 15m

$1,172

San FranciscoXining

SFO - XNN

SFOXNN

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

12:00 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops39h 35m

Xining Caojiabao

Mon 9/14

7:50 am-3:54 pm

2 stops23h 04m

$1,177

San FranciscoXining

SFO - XNN

SFOXNN

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

12:00 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops39h 35m

Xining Caojiabao

Mon 9/14

7:50 am-9:05 am

1 stop16h 15m

$1,198

San FranciscoXining

SFO - XNN

SFOXNN

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

1:00 pm-9:40 am

2 stops53h 40m

Xining Caojiabao

Mon 9/14

10:25 am-3:54 pm

2 stops44h 29m

$1,321

San DiegoXining

SAN - XNN

SANXNN

San Diego

Tue 9/1

6:15 am-9:40 am

2 stops36h 25m

Xining Caojiabao

Sat 9/5

10:25 am-3:10 pm

2 stops43h 45m

$1,383

San DiegoXining

SAN - XNN

SANXNN

San Diego

Tue 9/1

6:15 am-11:20 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Xining Caojiabao

Sat 9/5

7:50 am-3:10 pm

2 stops22h 20m

$1,408

San FranciscoXining

SFO - XNN

SFOXNN

San Francisco

Wed 11/11

12:00 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops38h 20m

Xining Caojiabao

Sun 11/15

9:30 pm-12:07 am

2 stops42h 37m

$1,814

San FranciscoXining

SFO - XNN

SFOXNN

San Francisco

Wed 11/11

12:00 pm-10:10 am

1 stop30h 10m

Xining Caojiabao

Sun 11/15

9:30 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops41h 34m

$2,051

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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Xining

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Xining Caojiabao Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Xining Caojiabao Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Xining Caojiabao Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Xining Caojiabao Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Xining Caojiabao Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Xining Caojiabao Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Xining Caojiabao Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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