LGW - XIY

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Cheapest return flight
£502
Typical prices: £435-£790
China Eastern
Mon 1/10Thu 11/10
LGW - XIY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£300
Typical prices: £284-£502
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/12
LGW - XIY • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between London Gatwick Airport and Xi'an. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 29% price drop
August
Most popular
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+1
Top stopover airports
Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)
Cheapest • Avg £716 (return)
Beijing Capital (PEK)
Shortest trip • 14h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Gatwick to Xi'an (LGW-XIY)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Gatwick to Xi'an

Thu, 21 Jan - Sun, 14 Feb
China Eastern Logo
10:30 - 13:25LGW  London Gatwick-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
18h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
18:00 - 14:00XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-LGW London Gatwick
28h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£529China Eastern
Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
China Eastern Logo
10:30 - 11:10LGW  London Gatwick-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
16h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
21:00 - 14:00XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-LGW London Gatwick
25h 00m1 stop Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
£540China Eastern
Sun, 4 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
China Southern Logo
11:00 - 09:45LGW  London Gatwick-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
15h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
09:00 - 06:30XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-LGW London Gatwick
28h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
£541China Southern
Fri, 22 Jan - Sun, 14 Feb
China Eastern Logo
10:30 - 22:30LGW  London Gatwick-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
28h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
21:00 - 14:00XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-LGW London Gatwick
25h 00m1 stop Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
£545China Eastern
Wed, 11 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
China Eastern Logo
10:30 - 11:10LGW  London Gatwick-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
16h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
14:00 - 14:00XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-LGW London Gatwick
32h 00m1 stop Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
£564China Eastern
Sun, 4 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
China Southern Logo
11:00 - 09:45LGW  London Gatwick-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
15h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
16:00 - 06:30XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-LGW London Gatwick
21h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
£571China Southern
Tue, 29 Dec - Tue, 9 Feb
Air China Logo
10:40 - 18:55LGW  London Gatwick-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
24h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
Air China Logo
11:00 - 05:40XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-LGW London Gatwick
26h 40m1 stop Beijing Capital
£573Air China
Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:40 - 16:10LGW  London Gatwick-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
23h 30m2 stops Zurich Shanghai Pu Dong
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:10 - 07:10XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-LGW London Gatwick
19h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£589Multiple Airlines
Tue, 9 Feb - Sun, 21 Feb
China Eastern Logo
10:30 - 13:25LGW  London Gatwick-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
18h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
07:00 - 14:00XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-LGW London Gatwick
39h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£598China Eastern
Fri, 9 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
China Eastern Logo
11:35 - 11:30LGW  London Gatwick-XIY Xi'an Xianyang
16h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
18:00 - 06:40XIY  Xi'an Xianyang-LGW London Gatwick
19h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£649China Eastern
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Price, demand, and travel trends for London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an?

Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an start at £502. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £435 to £790. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £502 on China Eastern.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an and is 30% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 44% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

£300
Most popular time to fly (45% more expensive on average)
Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an

When to book flights from Gatwick to Xi'an

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Gatwick to Xi'an based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an?

    A direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an takes 0h 00m, covering 5,121 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an flight?

    Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an range from £435 to £790, with an average of £583 over the past 12 months. Anything below £435 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £529 to £4,909. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an looking right now?

    One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £336, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an?

    Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an usually depart from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at Xi'an Xianyang (XIY).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an pass through?

    One-stop flights from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an most commonly connect through:

    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 43% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 43% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 14% of one-stop connections

    Beijing Capital (PEK) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £413 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £845, a difference of £432. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an?

    Flying via Beijing Capital (PEK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 59m, compared to 16h 52m via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) and 22h 39m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

  • What is the time difference between London Gatwick Airport and Xi'an?

    Xi'an is 7 hours ahead of London Gatwick Airport (China Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Xi'an?

    Some of the most popular sights in Xi'an are Xi'an Bell Tower and Drum Tower and Great Mosque of Xi'an. These are among the most viewed places in Xi'an on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average £413 – about £432 less than Tuesday (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Gatwick Airport to Xi'an trip for March. Fares historically average £413 return in that month – typically £432 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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