On this page, you can book flights for the Xi'an — Lijiang route. The distance between the cities is 1,172 km, with approximately 11 departures per week. Before your trip, we recommend checking how to get to Xi'an airport and how to get from Lijiang airport to your hotel.
Flights are operated by Beijing Capital Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, and Sichuan Airlines. Current ticket prices depend on the season; to find the best deals, use the low-price calendar and price dynamics chart.
The table shows direct flights Xian → Lijiang on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 25 min. Regular flights are operated by Tianjin Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines and Sichuan Airlines. Departures from Xianyang International Airport airports, arrivals at Lijiang 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 — Lijiang by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 579 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 1,643 in J. 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 → Lijiang, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 470 | medium | May | AED 609 | high | Sep | AED 498 | medium |
| Feb | AED 581 | high | Jun | AED 498 | medium | Oct | AED 636 | high |
| Mar | AED 415 | low | Jul | AED 553 | high | Nov | AED 415 | low |
| Apr | AED 470 | medium | Aug | AED 581 | high | Dec | AED 443 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest period in Lijiang is summer, with daytime temperatures around 21°C, although July and August see the peak of the rainy season (up to 28 rainy days per month). The coldest and driest weather occurs in December and January, when night temperatures can drop to -1.8°C.
The lowest airfare was recorded in July, starting AED 511. Prices increase significantly during the autumn-winter period, reaching AED 1,643 in January.
May or November are the best months for a trip, offering a comfortable balance between sunny days and flight costs. Unless you are prepared for prolonged downpours, it is best to avoid the summer months despite the attractive fares.
Three airlines provide regular service on the Xi'an — Lijiang route: Beijing Capital Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, and Sichuan Airlines. Most flights are direct, allowing you to cover the distance between the cities as quickly as possible. A detailed schedule and information on available flight options for each carrier are provided in the list below.
Flights Xian — Lijiang depart from Xianyang International Airport and arrive at Lijiang Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight over a distance of 1,172 km typically takes from 1 hour 50 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the specific flight and aircraft type.
Main flights are operated by Beijing Capital Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, and Sichuan Airlines, offering a total of about 11 departures per week.
Flights from Xi'an land at Lijiang Sanyi International Airport (LJG). This is the region's main aviation hub, located approximately 30 km from the historic city center.
Ticket prices fluctuate constantly based on demand. To find the latest minimum prices, we recommend using the low-price calendar and monitoring the price dynamics on this page.
Yes, most flights on this route are non-stop, which is the most convenient and fastest way to get to Lijiang from Xi'an.
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