Fly private between Lijiang and Xi'an from US$13,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
We fly Lijiang (LJG) ⇄ Xi'an (XIY) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Lijiang and Xi'an lie approximately 1,187 km apart (737 mi / 641 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Lijiang–Xi'an spans US$13,000 – US$38,000: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (CNY) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 53m | 1h 42m – 2h 04m | ¥200,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CNY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 53m | ¥200,000 – ¥280,000 (~US$27,000 – US$38,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 52m | ¥210,000 – ¥300,000 (~US$29,500 – US$42,000) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 48m | ¥240,000 – ¥330,000 (~US$32,500 – US$45,500) | 8-10 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
On Lijiang–Xi'an, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Lijiang, China: Lijiang Sanyi International Airport.
Xi'an, China: Xi'an Xianyang International Airport.
| Lijiang Sanyi International Airport | Xi'an Xianyang International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | ZPLJ / LJG | ZLXY / XIY |
| Longest hard runway | 9,843 ft | 12,467 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 7,359 ft | 1,572 ft |
Lijiang Sanyi International Airport is at 7,359 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on departure.
All 19 aircraft we quote for Lijiang to Xi'an can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Lijiang Sanyi International Airport has 9,843 ft and Xi'an Xianyang International Airport 12,467 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. At 1,187 km it is close to the limit for the shortest-legged aircraft here, the Pilatus PC-12 NGX at 1,800 km.
Alternates within range: Lijiang Baisha Heliport
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Lijiang–Xi'an quote requests within 60 minutes.
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Lijiang and Xi'an is built around your itinerary.
Those 1h 53m are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
Lijiang–Xi'an is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$13,000 – US$38,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 53m gate to gate over 1,187 km (737 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Lijiang–Xi'an charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Lijiang–Xi'an charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
