Lijiang to Xianyang (Weicheng) (LJG–XIY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
LJG–XIY is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Redhill Aviation, Jet Aviation Flight Services and Tibet Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 737 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8L Redhill Aviation | 7 | 320 | 2h15 | – | – | – |
| JD Jet Aviation Flight Services Also: HU | 7 | 32A | 2h20 | – | – | HU |
| TV Tibet Airlines | 7 | 319 | 2h35 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Xianyang (Weicheng) from Lijiang
| Metric | LJG→XIY | DLU→XIY | PZI→XIY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LJG | – | 71 mi | 96 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 14 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 20m | 2h 20m | 2h 5m |
Travel Essentials
LJG: CST · XIY: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Lijiang, it's 6:00 PM in Xianyang (Weicheng).
Metro Line 14 from T5 to Xi'an North (high-speed rail) takes 30–35 minutes (¥6). From Xi'an North, HSR connects to Beijing (4.5–6h), Chengdu (3.5–4h), and other cities. City centre metro connections require a transfer at Xi'an North or Xi'an station. Airport buses to Bell Tower/city centre cost ¥30 and take 50–70 minutes.Taxis from XIY are metered; the city centre costs ¥80–120. DiDi ride-hail is the standard option and often slightly cheaper. T3 (older terminal) and T5 (newer, international) are separate buildings; confirm your terminal to avoid arriving at the wrong one. T5 is the dominant terminal for most flights.
Semi-arid continental climate in the Wei River valley. Winters are cold (−5 to 5°C, November–February) with frequent fog in the valley. Xi'an is prone to persistent winter fog that reduces visibility for days at a time, causing delays and diversions. Dust and haze are common in spring (March–May) as sandstorms from the northwest reduce air quality and visibility.
Summers are hot (30–38°C, June–August) with occasional thunderstorms. Autumn (September–October) is the clearest season with moderate temperatures (10–22°C). Air pollution combined with weather inversions creates the worst visibility conditions in winter. Winter connections should account for this.
LJG–XIY Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LJG to XIY
Lijiang Sanyi International Airport (LJG) and Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) are connected by nonstop service from Redhill Aviation, Jet Aviation Flight Services and Tibet Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LJG to XIY Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LJG to XIY is about 2 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 737 miles (1,186 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 63 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chongqing Jiangbei, Zunyi Xinzhou and Xishuangbanna Gasa. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dali (Xiaguan) (DLU), Panzhihua (Renhe) (PZI) and Baoshan (Longyang) (BSD).