Light Jet
- Passengers6-8
- Flight time2h 41m
- Range3,700 km
- Guide price¥180,000 – ¥260,000 (~US$25,500 – US$35,500)
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Fly private between Lhasa and Xi'an from US$25,500 for a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+). Get an instant, guaranteed quote.
Private jet charter from Lhasa (LXA) to Xi'an (XIY), and from Xi'an (XIY) back to Lhasa (LXA).
The straight-line distance between Lhasa and Xi'an is about 1,777 km (1,104 miles), or 960 nautical miles.
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Expect US$25,500 – US$70,500 for a one-way charter between Lhasa and Xi'an, depending on the aircraft — a light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
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.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (CNY) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light Jet · rec. | 2h 41m | 2h 25m – 2h 57m | ¥180,000 | 6-8 |
| Midsize Jet | 2h 37m | 2h 21m – 2h 53m | ¥260,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 27m | 2h 12m – 2h 42m | ¥370,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CNY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 2h 41m | ¥180,000 – ¥260,000 (~US$25,500 – US$35,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 2h 36m | ¥200,000 – ¥280,000 (~US$28,000 – US$39,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 2h 28m | ¥220,000 – ¥310,000 (~US$30,500 – US$42,500) | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CNY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 37m | ¥260,000 – ¥370,000 (~US$36,500 – US$51,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 36m | ¥290,000 – ¥410,000 (~US$40,000 – US$56,000) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 29m | ¥320,000 – ¥440,000 (~US$44,000 – US$61,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CNY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 27m | ¥370,000 – ¥510,000 (~US$50,500 – US$70,500) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 27m | ¥400,000 – ¥560,000 (~US$55,500 – US$77,500) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 29m | ¥440,000 – ¥610,000 (~US$60,500 – US$84,500) | 9-12 |
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.
What determines the price between Lhasa 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.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Lhasa, China: Lhasa Gonggar International Airport.
Xi'an, China: Xi'an Xianyang International Airport.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
The Lhasa to Xi'an route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$25,500 – US$70,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 2h 41m airborne across the 1,777 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Light Jet, Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Lhasa–Xi'an charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Lhasa–Xi'an charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Xi'an to Lhasa runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.