$175 Cheap Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Xi'an (XIY)

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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Xi'an (SYD-XIY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $175 for one-way flights and $423 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Beijing Capital Airlines
Beijing Capital Airlines
Juneyao Airlines
Beijing Capital Airlines
Juneyao Airlines
Juneyao Airlines
Juneyao Airlines
China Eastern Airlines
Scoot
Cathay Pacific
Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Xi'an (XIY)
Origin airport
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Destination airport
Xianyang Intl.
Airlines serving
Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Vietjet Air
Roundtrip price
$422
Distance
5463 mi

Sydney to Xi'an Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Sydney to Xi'an

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Sydney to Xi'an are during the month of April. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Sydney to Xi'an with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Sydney to Xi'an

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Sydney to Xi'an: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Sydney to Xi'an

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Sydney to Xi'an in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $175 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Sydney to Xi'an flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Sydney to Xi'an airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Sydney Airport to Xi'an Xianyang Intl. Airport last minute?
Booking your trip from Sydney Airport to Xi’an Xianyang Intl. Airport last minute could save you a nice sum if you stumble on a terrific deal. However, airfares usually don’t get cheaper closer to the departure date. If you wait, flights could also be booked out or the best seats long gone. If you’d rather not take any chances, book well ahead of the date you want to leave. In fact, some of the best deals are available on Expedia up to 12 months in advance. If your favorite airline hasn’t released its fares yet, check back regularly as deals are updated on Expedia all the time.
What airports do you fly into for Xi'an from Sydney?
Hop on a flight from Sydney to Xi’an and arrive at Xianyang Intl. Airport (XIY). The terminal is roughly 17 mi northwest of the center of Xi’an. Kick-start your city adventure with an outing to Giant Wild Goose Pagoda and Drum Tower, which are two of Xi’an’s top sights.
Can I change the date of my flight from Mascot Airport to Xianyang Intl. Airport (XIY)?
We know life happens and plans change, so Expedia is here to help make things easier. First, find your Sydney Airport to Xianyang Intl. Airport (XIY) itinerary through the Expedia Trips portal and read the fare conditions about what changes you can make. If you purchased your airfare in the last 24 hours, some carriers will let you cancel without charge and organize new flights. If you bought your fare more than 24 hours ago, connect with us via our Customer Service portal to see how we can assist.

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