This page features current flight deals for the route from Shenzhen to Xining. The flight covers a distance of 1,958 km, with approximately 10 flights per week.
Regular flights are operated by ZH and CZ airlines. You can find information on how to get to the departure airport or reach the city upon arrival, as well as price trends, in the relevant sections below.
The table shows direct flights Shenzhen → Xining on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 20 min. Regular flights are operated by Shenzhen Airlines and China Southern. Departures from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport airports, arrivals at Xining Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Shenzhen — Xining by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 687 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,235 in e. 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.
Shenzhen → Xining, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 626 | medium | May | AED 577 | medium | Sep | AED 626 | medium |
| Feb | AED 746 | high | Jun | AED 626 | medium | Oct | AED 722 | high |
| Mar | AED 481 | low | Jul | AED 770 | high | Nov | AED 481 | low |
| Apr | AED 505 | low | Aug | AED 794 | high | Dec | AED 505 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Xining is characterized by distinct seasonality: the warmest month is July with an average temperature of 22.5°C, while the coldest is January, when the mercury drops to -14.1°C. Peak precipitation occurs in September, which records the highest number of wet days.
The lowest flight cost was recorded in July, starting AED 629. The most expensive time to buy tickets is October, with fares starting AED 1,235, while there is currently no pricing data available for the winter period.
The optimal choice for a trip is July, which combines the most comfortable temperatures with the lowest airfares. It is recommended to avoid flying in October to avoid overpaying for tickets as weather conditions worsen.
Two airlines operate on the Shenzhen — Xining route, with the main carriers being Shenzhen Airlines (ZH) and China Southern Airlines (CZ). Most flights are non-stop, ensuring minimum travel time. You can explore the detailed schedule, flight frequency by day of the week, and specific route details in the interactive list below.
Flights Shenzhen — Xining depart from Shenzhen Bao'an International 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 for a direct flight is 2.5 to 3 hours, as the distance between the cities is 1,958 km.
Regular service between the cities is provided by Shenzhen Airlines (ZH) and China Southern Airlines (CZ).
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, which is the most convenient and fastest way to travel.
Flights from Shenzhen arrive at Xining Caojiabao International Airport (XNN).
The most favorable fares are usually available for July. We recommend checking the current prices in the low price calendar on this page before booking.
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