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Flights from Xian to Zurich
There are no direct flights from Xian to Zurich. The easiest way is one stop via Hong Kong or Istanbul, about 15h 54m door to door.
No direct flights · 6 connection options From 12h 29m
Xian to Zurich at a glance
Fastest journey12h 29mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Hong Kong or Istanbul
Best ways to fly from Xian to Zurich
Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.
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SIA Hong Kong (HKG) ZRH
Leg 1: Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines · Leg 2: Cathay Pacific, SWISS
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SIA Istanbul (IST) ZRH
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: Turkish Airlines
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SIA Shanghai (PVG) ZRH
Leg 1: Air China, China Eastern Airlines, Hainan Airlines · Leg 2: China Eastern Airlines, SWISS
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SIA Seoul (ICN) ZRH
Leg 1: Asiana Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Korean Air · Leg 2: Korean Air, SWISS
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
- 7,971 km4,950 miles
- Journey time
- 12h 29mestimate
- Time difference
- -7hZurich vs Xian
- Currency in Zurich
- CHF
- Airports
- XIY → ZRH
Flights from Xian to Zurich: questions answered
Are there direct flights from Xian to Zurich?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Hong Kong, Istanbul and Shanghai. 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 Zurich?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 12h 29m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 7,971 km.
Where do you change planes between Xian and Zurich?
The best connecting points are Hong Kong (HKG), Istanbul (IST), Shanghai (PVG) and Vienna (VIE). Cathay Pacific flies both legs via Hong Kong, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Xian and Zurich?
Xian: Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY). Zurich: Zürich Airport (ZRH).
What is the time difference between Xian and Zurich?
Zurich is 7 hours behind Xian.
