How long does it take to fly to Xining?

On average, it takes 41h 10m to fly from California to Xining if you fly out of San Diego (the most popular airport in California) and into Xining (the most popular airport in Xining). If you’re flying out of San Francisco and into Xining, then the flight time is around 43h 37m.

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.

$776 Cheap Flights from California to Xining in 2026/27

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12:30 pm - 9:40 amLAX Los Angeles-XNN Xining Caojiabao

30h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

10:25 am - 10:05 amXNN Xining Caojiabao-LAX Los Angeles

38h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$776Multiple Airlines

Fri, Apr 9 - Sun, Apr 18

11:50 pm - 3:30 pmLAX Los Angeles-XNN Xining Caojiabao

24h 40m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Guiyang

8:30 pm - 8:00 pmXNN Xining Caojiabao-LAX Los Angeles

38h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$964China Southern

Fri, Apr 9 - Sun, Apr 18

11:50 pm - 3:30 pmLAX Los Angeles-XNN Xining Caojiabao

24h 40m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Guiyang

4:15 pm - 8:00 pmXNN Xining Caojiabao-LAX Los Angeles

42h 45m2 stops Guiyang Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,192China Southern

Fri, Apr 9 - Sun, Apr 18

12:25 pm - 8:50 amLAX Los Angeles-XNN Xining Caojiabao

53h 25m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Beijing Capital

4:15 pm - 9:32 pmXNN Xining Caojiabao-LAX Los Angeles

44h 17m3 stops Guiyang Guangzhou Baiyun Vancouver Intl

$1,470Multiple Airlines

Fri, Apr 9 - Sun, Apr 18

10:23 am - 9:00 pmSFO San Francisco-XNN Xining Caojiabao

43h 37m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital

9:55 pm - 10:30 amXNN Xining Caojiabao-SFO San Francisco

27h 35m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,495Air China

Mon, Mar 15 - Fri, Mar 19

1:55 pm - 9:00 pmSFO San Francisco-XNN Xining Caojiabao

40h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital

10:30 am - 7:35 amXNN Xining Caojiabao-SFO San Francisco

36h 05m2 stops Beijing Capital Los Angeles

$1,580Air China

Mon, Mar 15 - Fri, Mar 19

4:28 pm - 3:40 pmSFO San Francisco-XNN Xining Caojiabao

32h 12m3 stops Los Angeles Guangzhou Baiyun Guiyang

4:30 pm - 8:40 pmXNN Xining Caojiabao-SFO San Francisco

43h 10m2 stops Guiyang Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,908China Southern

Mon, Mar 15 - Fri, Mar 19

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Air China

Mar 15

SFO10:23 amSan Francisco

43h 37m

2 stops

XNN9:00 pmXining Caojiabao

Mar 19

XNN9:55 pmXining Caojiabao

27h 35m

1 stop

SFO10:30 amSan Francisco

$1,495

Air China

Mar 15

SFO1:55 pmSan Francisco

40h 05m

2 stops

XNN9:00 pmXining Caojiabao

Mar 19

XNN10:30 amXining Caojiabao

36h 05m

2 stops

SFO7:35 amSan Francisco

$1,580

China Southern flights from California to Xining

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China Southern

Apr 9

LAX11:50 pmLos Angeles

24h 40m

2 stops

XNN3:30 pmXining Caojiabao

Apr 18

XNN8:30 pmXining Caojiabao

38h 30m

1 stop

LAX8:00 pmLos Angeles

$964

China Southern

Apr 9

LAX11:50 pmLos Angeles

24h 40m

2 stops

XNN3:30 pmXining Caojiabao

Apr 18

XNN4:15 pmXining Caojiabao

42h 45m

2 stops

LAX8:00 pmLos Angeles

$1,192

China Southern

Mar 15

SFO4:28 pmSan Francisco

32h 12m

3 stops

XNN3:40 pmXining Caojiabao

Mar 19

XNN4:30 pmXining Caojiabao

43h 10m

2 stops

SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,908

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Los AngelesXining

LAX Los Angeles - XNN Xining Caojiabao

LAXXNN

Los Angeles

Fri 4/9

12:30 pm-9:40 am

1 stop30h 10m

Xining Caojiabao

Sun 4/18

10:25 am-10:05 am

1 stop38h 40m

$776

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Los AngelesXining

LAX Los Angeles - XNN Xining Caojiabao

LAXXNN

Los Angeles

Fri 4/9

11:50 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Xining Caojiabao

Sun 4/18

8:30 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop38h 30m

$964

Los AngelesXining

LAX Los Angeles - XNN Xining Caojiabao

LAXXNN

Los Angeles

Fri 4/9

11:50 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Xining Caojiabao

Sun 4/18

4:15 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops42h 45m

$1,192

Los AngelesXining

LAX Los Angeles - XNN Xining Caojiabao

LAXXNN

Los Angeles

Fri 4/9

12:25 pm-8:50 am

2 stops53h 25m

Xining Caojiabao

Sun 4/18

4:15 pm-9:32 pm

3 stops44h 17m

$1,470

San FranciscoXining

SFO San Francisco - XNN Xining Caojiabao

SFOXNN

San Francisco

Mon 3/15

10:23 am-9:00 pm

2 stops43h 37m

Xining Caojiabao

Fri 3/19

9:55 pm-10:30 am

1 stop27h 35m

$1,495

San FranciscoXining

SFO San Francisco - XNN Xining Caojiabao

SFOXNN

San Francisco

Mon 3/15

1:55 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops40h 05m

Xining Caojiabao

Fri 3/19

10:30 am-7:35 am

2 stops36h 05m

$1,580

San FranciscoXining

SFO San Francisco - XNN Xining Caojiabao

SFOXNN

San Francisco

Mon 3/15

4:28 pm-3:40 pm

3 stops32h 12m

Xining Caojiabao

Fri 3/19

4:30 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops43h 10m

$1,908

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Best Price Found	$776
Fastest flight time	39h 15m
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The fastest flight from California to Xining takes 39h 15m

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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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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Xining from California which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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