On this page, you can find and book flights from Lhasa to Xining. The distance between the cities is 1,256 km, and flights operate with a frequency of about once a week.
Flights are operated by 3U. Ticket prices change constantly, so we recommend using the low-price calendar and checking information on how to get to the airport of departure and getting from the airport to your destination.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Lhasa — Xining by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 777 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,886 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Lhasa → Xining, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 992 | medium | May | AED 1,016 | medium | Sep | AED 1,039 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,087 | high | Jun | AED 1,039 | medium | Oct | AED 1,110 | high |
| Mar | AED 850 | low | Jul | AED 1,110 | high | Nov | AED 874 | low |
| Apr | AED 945 | medium | Aug | AED 1,134 | high | Dec | AED 874 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Xining is July, when temperatures reach 22.5°C, and the coldest is January. Rainfall peaks in September, making it the wettest time of the year.
The lowest airfare from Lhasa was recorded in July, starting AED 793. The most expensive month for travel is December, when prices start AED 1,886.
The best time to travel is considered to be July, offering the best price conditions and comfortable weather. The period from November to February is best avoided due to a sharp increase in fares and low temperatures.
Regular air service on the Lhasa — Xining route is provided by one airline — Sichuan Airlines (3U). Given that flights operate with low frequency (about once a week), we recommend checking for direct flights in advance. Detailed information on departure days and route options can be found in the list of airlines below.
Flights Lhasa — Xining depart from Lhasa Gonggar Airport and arrive at Xining Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time on a direct flight is about 1.5–2 hours, as the direct distance between the cities is 1,256 km.
The main carrier operating flights from Lhasa to Xining is 3U (Sichuan Airlines).
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, but they are infrequent, operating approximately once a week.
Ticket prices depend on the season and time of booking; you can always check the current minimum for your desired dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
The most favorable deals are usually available for the summer months, such as July, provided you search for tickets well in advance.
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