Malegaon to Xi’an flights
Xi’an lies 3,698 km (2,298 mi) north-east of Malegaon, +2.5 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 5 h 29 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.
| Malegaon | Xi’an | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | China |
| Population | 481,228 | 13 million |
| Elevation | 432 m (1,417 ft) | 416 m (1,365 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | ISK, 81 km out | XIY, 26 km out |
| Postal codes | 394720–585403 | 710000 |
Clocks in Xi’an are 2 h 30 min ahead of Malegaon right now, so a 5 h 29 min journey lands 7 h 59 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Xi’an
Crossing from India into China: money changes from the Rupee to the Yuan Renminbi (CNY); traffic switches to the right; sockets are AS/NZS 3112, Euro, NEMA 1-15; the dialling code becomes +86; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648851.
Airports at each end
Leaving Malegaon
Malegaon is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Nashik International Airport (ISK), 81 km (50 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Shirdi International Airport (SAG, 97 km).
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 |
One end has no runway over 10,000 ft, so at 3,698 km (2,298 mi) this pair is unlikely to be flown nonstop by a wide-body; expect a connection.
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Common questions
How far is Xi’an from Malegaon?
3,698 km (2,298 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Malegaon.
How long does it take to get from Malegaon to Xi’an by air?
About 5 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Malegaon and Xi’an?
Xi’an is 2 h 30 min ahead at the moment (Asia/Shanghai against Asia/Kolkata).
Which airports are used for Malegaon to Xi’an flights?
Typically Nashik International Airport (ISK) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY).
What currency do I need in Xi’an?
The Yuan Renminbi (CNY).
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.