Xi’an to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk flights
Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk lies 3,151 km (1,958 mi) north-east of Xi’an, +3 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 4 h 47 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.
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| Xi’an | Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | Russia |
| Population | 13 million | 198,973 |
| Elevation | 416 m (1,365 ft) | 48 m (157 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+11 (Asia/Sakhalin) |
| Nearest large airport | XIY, 26 km out | UUS, 8 km out |
Clocks in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk are 3 h ahead of Xi’an right now, so a 4 h 47 min journey lands 7 h 47 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk
Crossing from China into Russia: money changes from the Yuan Renminbi to the Ruble (RUB); sockets are Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +7; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q24233148.
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk
Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk International Airport (UUS), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 11,155-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk International Airport | UUS | 8 km (5 mi) | 11,155 ft | 59 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk from Xi’an?
3,151 km (1,958 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Xi’an.
How long does it take to get from Xi’an to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk by air?
About 4 h 47 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Xi’an and Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk?
Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk is 3 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Sakhalin against Asia/Shanghai).
Which airports are used for Xi’an to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk flights?
Typically Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk International Airport (UUS).
What currency do I need in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk?
The Ruble (RUB).
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.