On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Xi'an to Altay. Flights covering the 2,297 km distance operate regularly, with a frequency of about 9 flights per week.
The main carrier on this route is MU. Ticket prices depend on the season and booking time, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar to find the best price and keeping an eye on information about how to get to the airport of departure and arranging a transfer from Altay Airport.
The table shows direct flights Xian → Altay on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 30 min. Regular flights are operated by China Eastern. Departures from Xianyang International Airport airports, arrivals at Altay 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 Xian — Altay by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 662 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 2,623 in u. 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.
Xian → Altay, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,314 | high | May | AED 1,112 | medium | Sep | AED 1,213 | high |
| Feb | AED 910 | medium | Jun | AED 1,160 | medium | Oct | AED 910 | medium |
| Mar | AED 808 | low | Jul | AED 1,367 | high | Nov | AED 760 | low |
| Apr | AED 962 | medium | Aug | AED 1,367 | high | Dec | AED 861 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Altay is characterized by sharp temperature fluctuations: the coldest month is January, with frosts reaching -21.7°C. The most favorable weather for a trip occurs in July, when the average maximum reaches +22.9°C.
The most budget-friendly time to fly is August — ticket prices start AED 662. Prices peak in October, when the minimum fare rises to AED 1,661, making it the most expensive month to plan a flight.
August is considered the optimal time to buy tickets, offering the best combination of warm weather and affordable prices. It is recommended to avoid November due to a significant increase in precipitation and the onset of consistently low temperatures.
Regular air service on the Xi'an — Altay route is provided by MU (China Eastern Airlines), which is the main operator on this direction. A total of about 9 flights are operated weekly, including direct flights. You will find detailed information on flight schedules, travel times, and available fares in the interactive list of airlines below.
Flights Xian — Altay depart from Xianyang International Airport and arrive at Altay Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is approximately 2,297 km. The estimated travel time for a direct flight is 2 hours and 45 minutes, though the exact duration depends on the flight type and weather conditions.
The main carrier operating regular flights from Xi'an to Altay is MU (China Eastern Airlines).
All flights on this route arrive at the airport in Altay (AAT).
Airfare prices change constantly depending on the season and demand. You can always check the current minimum for your dates in the low-fare calendar on this page.
To get a great price, it is recommended to book your flight at least a month before the departure date and monitor price dynamics in August, which is historically the most budget-friendly period.
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