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Connecting route · China → Kazakhstan

Flights from Xian to Aktau

There are no direct flights from Xian to Aktau. The easiest way is one stop via Shymkent or Almaty, about 8h 45m door to door.

No direct flights · 3 connection options From 8h 45m
XIYSCOCIT

Xian to Aktau at a glance

Fastest journey8h 45mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Shymkent or Almaty

Best ways to fly from Xian to Aktau

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
SIA Shymkent (CIT) SCO
Leg 1: SCAT Airlines · Leg 2: SCAT Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~8h 45m
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2
SIA Almaty (ALA) SCO
Leg 1: China Southern Airlines · Leg 2: Air Astana, SCAT Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~9h 43m
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3
SIA Astana (NQZ) SCO
Leg 1: Air China · Leg 2: Air Astana, SCAT Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~10h 02m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
4,993 km3,101 miles
Journey time
8h 45mestimate
Time difference
-3hAktau vs Xian
Currency in Aktau
USD
Airports
XIY → SCO

Flights from Xian to Aktau: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Xian to Aktau?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Shymkent, Almaty and Astana. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Xian to Aktau?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 8h 45m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 4,993 km.
Where do you change planes between Xian and Aktau?
The best connecting points are Shymkent (CIT), Almaty (ALA) and Astana (NQZ). SCAT Airlines flies both legs via Shymkent, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Xian and Aktau?
Xian: Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY). Aktau: Aktau International Airport (SCO).
What is the time difference between Xian and Aktau?
Aktau is 3 hours behind Xian.

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