Dali to Xi’an flights
Xi’an lies 1,278 km (794 mi) north-east of Dali, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 23 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Dali | Xi’an | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 235,305 | 13 million |
| Elevation | 1,977 m (6,486 ft) | 416 m (1,365 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | DLU, 13 km out | XIY, 26 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Dali
Dali is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Dali Fengyi Airport (DLU), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,202 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Xi’an
Xi’an is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY), 26 km (16 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xi'an Xianyang International Airport | XIY | 26 km (16 mi) | 12,467 ft | 1,572 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Xi’an from Dali?
1,278 km (794 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Dali.
How long does it take to get from Dali to Xi’an by air?
About 2 h 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dali and Xi’an?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Which airports are used for Dali to Xi’an flights?
Typically Dali Fengyi Airport (DLU) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.