For travel businesses Take the quiz
DestinationsTripsWhen to goHoliday typesRegionsHow it worksSearchSceneryCollectionsMethodPrivacyAboutContactFor travel businesses

China · Asia

Xi'an holidays

34.3°N · 108.9°E
At a glanceHome of the Terracotta Army and the best-preserved city walls in China, once the start of the Silk Road.
~11h flight estimate2 to 4 days£25 to £170+ per dayStraightforward
Before bookingEntry rules, health advice and local conditions change. Always check current official advice.Check current FCDO advice

Best time to visit Xi'an

The strongest periods are March to May and September to November. February and June are good shoulder-season alternatives if you prefer fewer crowds. Daytime highs average about 18°C across the main season. Rainfall is generally limited.

Jan3°COther
Feb7°CShoulder
Mar13°CBest
Apr19°CBest
May24°CBest
Jun29°CShoulder
Jul31°COther
Aug29°COther
Sep24°CBest
Oct17°CBest
Nov9°CBest
Dec4°COther

How much does a trip to Xi'an cost?

On the ground, including accommodation and everyday spending, allow about £25 a day at the budget end, around £50 a day mid-range and £170+ for high-end travel. A seven-night mid-range trip, including estimated return travel from London, is best treated as a planning range of £860 to £1200 per person. Return travel is modelled at about £505 off-peak, £650 typically and £925 in busy UK travel periods. These are planning estimates rather than live quotes. Available accommodation spans cheap & cheerful, simple, comfortable, premium and luxury. The quiz prices the highest available tier that fits your selected minimum and total budget.

What kind of holiday is Xi'an?

Xi'an is strongest for history and culture. The main settings are urban settings, and the pace is relaxing.

How flexible is it? Xi'an can credibly be planned with a relaxed to active daytime pace, quiet to lively evenings and mixed to popular crowd settings through the choice of area, hotel, activities and timing. The typical version has relaxed days, quiet evenings and a popular setting. The quiz selects the closest credible version rather than treating it as one fixed product.
CultureCity and urbanMarchAprilMay

Strong fit if

  • You want history and culture.
  • You prefer a slower, more restful pace.
  • You are comfortable with a well-known destination.

Think twice if

  • You want a packed, high-energy itinerary every day.
  • You want lively nightlife every evening.
  • You strongly dislike famous or busy destinations.

Travel from the UK

Allow roughly 11 hours of modelled flying time from London, before airport and transfer time. This is long-haul travel, so allowing at least a week usually makes sense.

Trips that include China

China Extended: Beijing, Xi'an, Yunnan & Zhangjiajie China · 16-20 days ~11.5h flight estimate£25+/day5 stops China Classic: Beijing-Xi'an-Shanghai China · 8-12 days ~11h flight estimate£40+/day3 stops China Scenic: Chengdu-Guilin-Yangshuo China · 8-12 days ~11h flight estimate£35+/day3 stops

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Xi'an?

The strongest periods are March to May and September to November. February and June are also worth considering for lower crowds. Main-season daytime highs average about 18°C. Rainfall is generally limited.

How much does a trip to Xi'an cost?

On the ground, including accommodation and everyday spending, allow about £25 a day at the budget end, around £50 a day mid-range and £170+ for high-end travel. A seven-night mid-range trip, including estimated return travel from London, is best treated as a planning range of £860 to £1200 per person. Return travel is modelled at about £505 off-peak, £650 typically and £925 in busy UK travel periods. These are planning estimates rather than live quotes.

How long is the flight or journey to Xi'an from the UK?

Allow roughly 11 hours of modelled flying time from London, before airport and transfer time.

Who is Xi'an good for?

Xi'an best suits travellers looking for history and culture. Expect urban settings, with a relaxing pace.

Destinations like Xi'an

Chengdu China · Asia ~11.5h flight estimate£30+/dayMild Hangzhou & Suzhou China · Asia ~11.5h flight estimate£25+/dayCool Beijing China · Asia ~11.5h flight estimate£35+/dayMild Shanghai China · Asia ~11.5h flight estimate£40+/dayMild Lijiang & Yunnan China · Asia ~13h flight estimate£25+/dayMild Hiroshima Japan · Asia ~13.5h flight estimate£45+/dayMild
Torn between ten tabs?Two minutes of questions, up to seven strong matches, realistic cost ranges and every trade-off spelled out.
Find my trip