HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Xi'an

$404+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Xi'an (XIY)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — XIY
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from San Francisco to Xi'an with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Xi'an Xianyang are usually found in April or November, booked 17 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Xi'an

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Xi'an (XIY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$744
(IEagle)

One-way from

$404
(IEagle)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,996
From San Francisco to Xi'an Xianyang
Search Deals
One-way flight from San Francisco to Xi'an Xianyang
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($122 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($83 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Search Deals

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Xi'an

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Xi'an
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Xi'an. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/271:00 pmSFO - XIY
1 stop18h 15mAir China
Wed 9/108:30 amXIY - SFO
1 stop17h 00mAir China
Deal found 6/10$744
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2611:30 pmSFO - XIY
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/812:40 pmXIY - SFO
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$787
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/2612:35 amSFO - XIY
1 stop20h 00mChina Southern
Sun 8/1010:45 pmXIY - SFO
1 stop36h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 6/12$888
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2411:30 pmSFO - XIY
1 stop21h 40mAsiana Airlines
Sun 9/71:10 pmXIY - SFO
1 stop17h 20mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/10$895
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/291:10 pmSFO - XIY
1 stop31h 20mKorean Air
Mon 9/812:40 pmXIY - SFO
1 stop37h 00mKorean Air
Deal found 6/10$900
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/288:55 amSFO - XIY
2 stops33h 30mChina Eastern
Tue 9/97:00 amXIY - SFO
2 stops25h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/10$969
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2611:30 amSFO - XIY
1 stop46h 05mSingapore Airlines
Fri 9/51:35 amXIY - SFO
1 stop23h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,163

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Xi'an that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Xi'an

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

1:00 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Xi'an Xianyang

Wed 9/10

8:30 am-10:30 am

1 stop17h 00m

$744

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

11:30 pm-11:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

Xi'an Xianyang

Mon 9/8

12:40 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$787

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Sat 7/26

12:35 am-11:35 am

1 stop20h 00m

Xi'an Xianyang

Sun 8/10

10:45 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop36h 45m

$888

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

11:30 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Xi'an Xianyang

Sun 9/7

1:10 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$895

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Fri 8/29

1:10 pm-11:30 am

1 stop31h 20m

Xi'an Xianyang

Mon 9/8

12:40 pm-10:40 am

1 stop37h 00m

$900

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Thu 8/28

8:55 am-9:25 am

2 stops33h 30m

Xi'an Xianyang

Tue 9/9

7:00 am-5:50 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$969

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

11:30 am-12:35 am

1 stop46h 05m

Xi'an Xianyang

Fri 9/5

1:35 am-9:40 am

1 stop23h 05m

$1,163

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

1:00 pm-11:20 am

1 stop31h 20m

$404

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Sat 7/12

12:35 am-3:40 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$428

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

11:30 pm-11:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

$433

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/10

Showing 1-10 of 13 results
1
2

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Xi'an

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Xi'an from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Xi'an

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Xi'an?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Xi'an. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Xi'an is 16 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Xi'an?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Xi'an (average of $960). Flying from San Francisco to Xi'an in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,005). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to XIY?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Xi'an. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Xi'an is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 38% on airfare.

Rainfall in Xi'an by month

Plan your trip to Xi'an by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Xi'an ranges from 0.0 - 3.9 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Xi'an when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Xi'an by month

Plan your trip to Xi'an by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Xi'an, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Xi'an

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Xi'an. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Xi'an. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Korean Air, Asiana Airlines and Singapore Airlines from San Francisco to Xi'an by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
440 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Xi'an. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Xi'an round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Xi'an is Air China. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $744 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Southern and Asiana Airlines, starting at $888 and $895 round-trip. Air China is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Xi'an one-way?

    $404 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air China. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Southern and Korean Air, with prices starting from $429 and $482, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Xi'an that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Xi'an flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Xi'an?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Xi'an.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Xi'an?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Xi'an by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Xi'an?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Xi'an (average of $960). Flying from San Francisco to Xi'an in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,005). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 5 airlines flying from San Francisco to Xi'an

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Xi'an. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$738Average$915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$742Average$1,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$793Average$1,286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$946Average$1,140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,433Average$1,562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.