Jinchang to Xi’an flights
Xi’an lies 765 km (475 mi) south-east of Jinchang, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 44 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.
| Jinchang | Xi’an | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 228,561 | 13 million |
| Elevation | 1,553 m (5,095 ft) | 416 m (1,365 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | JIC, 14 km out | XIY, 26 km out |
| Postal codes | 737100 | 710000 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Jinchang
Jinchang is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Jinchang Jinchuan Airport (JIC), 14 km (9 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 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 Jinchang?
765 km (475 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Jinchang.
How long does it take to get from Jinchang to Xi’an by air?
About 1 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jinchang and Xi’an?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Which airports are used for Jinchang to Xi’an flights?
Typically Jinchang Jinchuan Airport (JIC) 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.