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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Xi'an from $338

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China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 1:20 pmSFO-XIY
34h 20m1 stop
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7:00 am - 9:05 amXIY-SFO
17h 05m1 stop
$669China Eastern
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Mon, Aug 11 - Sat, Aug 30
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 9:40 pmSFO-XIY
30h 05m1 stop
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10:45 pm - 8:30 pmXIY-SFO
36h 45m1 stop
$712China Southern
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Mon, Aug 11 - Sun, Aug 31
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 9:40 pmSFO-XIY
30h 05m1 stop
China Southern Logo
11:15 pm - 8:30 pmXIY-SFO
36h 15m2 stops
$713China Southern
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Mon, Aug 11 - Sun, Aug 31
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 3:40 pmSFO-XIY
24h 05m1 stop
China Southern Logo
5:00 pm - 8:30 pmXIY-SFO
42h 30m2 stops
$715China Southern
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Tue, Aug 12 - Sun, Aug 31
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:05 am - 2:35 pmSFO-XIY
23h 30m1 stop
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3:50 pm - 10:55 pmXIY-SFO
22h 05m1 stop
$717Cathay Pacific
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Sun, Aug 10 - Tue, Sep 2
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 9:40 pmSFO-XIY
30h 05m1 stop
China Southern Logo
9:00 am - 8:40 pmXIY-SFO
26h 40m1 stop
$723China Southern
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Thu, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 23
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:05 am - 2:35 pmSFO-XIY
22h 30m1 stop
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3:50 pm - 5:50 pmXIY-SFO
17h 00m1 stop
$745Cathay Pacific
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Sun, Aug 10 - Sat, Aug 30
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 1:20 pmSFO-XIY
34h 20m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
7:00 am - 9:05 amXIY-SFO
17h 05m1 stop
$787China Eastern
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Mon, Aug 11 - Thu, Aug 28
Air China Logo
1:00 pm - 7:15 pmSFO-XIY
39h 15m1 stop
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8:30 am - 10:30 amXIY-SFO
17h 00m1 stop
$885Air China
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Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20
Asiana Airlines Logo
11:30 pm - 12:10 pmSFO-XIY
21h 40m1 stop
Asiana Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 3:30 pmXIY-SFO
17h 20m1 stop
$895Asiana Airlines
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China Southern flights from San Francisco to Xi'an

Our best China Southern deals on San Francisco to Xi'an flight tickets
China Southern
Aug 9
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
30h 30m
1 stop
XIY10:05 pmXi'an Xianyang
Aug 31
XIY10:45 pmXi'an Xianyang
36h 45m
1 stop
SFO8:30 pmSan Francisco
$703
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China Southern
Aug 9
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
20h 00m
1 stop
XIY11:35 amXi'an Xianyang
Aug 31
XIY9:00 pmXi'an Xianyang
38h 30m
2 stops
SFO8:30 pmSan Francisco
$705
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China Southern
Aug 11
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
30h 05m
1 stop
XIY9:40 pmXi'an Xianyang
Aug 31
XIY10:45 pmXi'an Xianyang
36h 45m
1 stop
SFO8:30 pmSan Francisco
$712
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Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to Xi'an

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Cathay Pacific
Aug 10
SFO12:05 amSan Francisco
23h 30m
1 stop
XIY2:35 pmXi'an Xianyang
Sep 2
XIY3:50 pmXi'an Xianyang
22h 05m
1 stop
SFO10:55 pmSan Francisco
$717
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Cathay Pacific
Aug 10
SFO1:05 amSan Francisco
22h 30m
1 stop
XIY2:35 pmXi'an Xianyang
Aug 30
XIY3:50 pmXi'an Xianyang
17h 00m
1 stop
SFO5:50 pmSan Francisco
$745
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Cathay Pacific
Aug 8
SFO12:05 amSan Francisco
23h 30m
1 stop
XIY2:35 pmXi'an Xianyang
Aug 31
XIY3:50 pmXi'an Xianyang
22h 05m
1 stop
SFO10:55 pmSan Francisco
$747
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Xi'an that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated July 31, 2025.
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San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

12:00 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop34h 20m

Xi'an Xianyang

Sat 8/30

7:00 am-9:05 am

1 stop17h 05m

$669

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

12:35 am-9:40 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Xi'an Xianyang

Sun 8/31

10:45 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop36h 45m

$712

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

12:35 am-9:40 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Xi'an Xianyang

Sun 8/31

11:15 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops36h 15m

$713

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

12:35 am-3:40 pm

1 stop24h 05m

Xi'an Xianyang

Sun 8/31

5:00 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops42h 30m

$715

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Sun 8/10

12:05 am-2:35 pm

1 stop23h 30m

Xi'an Xianyang

Tue 9/2

3:50 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$717

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

12:35 am-9:40 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Xi'an Xianyang

Tue 9/23

9:00 am-8:40 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$723

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Sun 8/10

1:05 am-2:35 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Xi'an Xianyang

Sat 8/30

3:50 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$745

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

12:00 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop34h 20m

Xi'an Xianyang

Thu 8/28

7:00 am-9:05 am

1 stop17h 05m

$787

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Sat 9/13

1:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop39h 15m

Xi'an Xianyang

Sat 9/20

8:30 am-10:30 am

1 stop17h 00m

$885

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Wed 8/13

11:30 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Xi'an Xianyang

Mon 9/1

1:10 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$895

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Xi'an?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Xi'an. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $900. If you aren’t able to travel to Xi'an during the month of April, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $956.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Xi'an?

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to Xi'an is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,071. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from San Francisco because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,909.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Xi'an?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from San Francisco to Xi'an when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,272. Flying to Xi'an in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $2,031 on average. Flights to Xi'an from San Francisco at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Xi'an?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Xi'an from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Xi'an for around $1,238 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Xi'an from San Francisco for as low as $759 on momondo.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Xi'an

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Xi'an according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San Francisco to Xi'an (SFO to XIY) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Francisco to Xi'an

Best Price Found

$338

Fastest flight time

18h 15m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Xi'an

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Xi'an from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $338. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Xi'an found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $669.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Xi'an takes 18h 15m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Xi'an. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Francisco Airport - Xi'an Xianyang Airport.
There is 1 airport near Xi'an: Xi'an Xianyang (XIY)
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  • How far is San Francisco to Xi'an Xianyang by plane?

    The straight-line distance from San Francisco to Xi'an Xianyang is 6463.7 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 20h 00m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Xi'an Xianyang Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Xi'an Xianyang Airport were last updated today.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Xi'an Xianyang 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 San Francisco Airport to Xi'an Xianyang Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Xi'an Xianyang Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Xi'an Xianyang 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 Xi'an Xianyang Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Xi'an?

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Xi'an

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China SouthernPriceFrom $738Free CancellationRating
7.6
104 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $741Free CancellationRating
7.2
158 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $793Free CancellationRating
7.3
93 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $946Free CancellationRating
8.2
468 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $1,429Free CancellationRating
7.6
949 reviews
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