Private charter between Nanchong and Xi'an starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Nanchong (NAO) ⇄ Xi'an (XIY) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Nanchong and Xi'an is about 473 km (294 miles), or 255 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Nanchong to Xi'an (and Xi'an to Nanchong) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a turboprop such as the Pilatus PC-12 NGX. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (CNY) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 21m | 1h 13m – 1h 29m | ¥58,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CNY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 21m | ¥58,000 – ¥80,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 17m | ¥65,000 – ¥87,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
What determines the price between Nanchong and Xi'an? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Nanchong, China: Nanchong Gaoping Airport.
Xi'an, China: Xi'an Xianyang International Airport.
| Nanchong Gaoping Airport | Xi'an Xianyang International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | ZUNC / NAO | ZLXY / XIY |
| Longest hard runway | — | 12,467 ft |
| Surface | — | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 1,145 ft | 1,572 ft |
No aircraft in our fleet range covers this sector non-stop from these airfields; a fuel stop is part of any realistic plan.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 10,967 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,208 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 10,467 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,108 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 9,267 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,588 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 9,567 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,818 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 9,467 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,308 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 10,967 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,388 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 11,267 ft spare |
1,480 km 888 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 8,967 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,108 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 9,189 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,058 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 8,267 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,308 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 6,891 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,008 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 7,537 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,334 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 7,567 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,808 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 7,775 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,628 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 7,027 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,808 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 7,167 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,208 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 7,677 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,808 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 6,467 ft spare |
14,260 km 13,668 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 6,667 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,520 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 6,467 ft spare |
12,960 km 12,368 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 7,667 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,353 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Nanchong–Xi'an sector leaves when you do.
Those 1h 21m are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
We publish the price band (US$8,000 – US$15,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
Nanchong–Xi'an is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 21m gate to gate across the 473 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Nanchong–Xi'an departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Nanchong–Xi'an charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Xi'an to Nanchong runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
