AUH
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
4,686 km
2,912 miles
XNN
Xining
China
Distance
4,686 km
2,912 mi / 2,530 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
62°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

AUH XNN
Airport Name Abu Dhabi International Airport Xining Caojiabu Airport
IATA Code AUH XNN
ICAO Code OMAA ZLXN
City Abu Dhabi Xining
Country United Arab Emirates China
Timezone Asia/Dubai Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 88 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 24.430000, 54.650000 36.530000, 102.040000

Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Xining (XNN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Xining Caojiabu Airport (XNN) in Xining, China is 4,686 kilometers (2,912 miles / 2,530 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Arab Emirates with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:12 in Abu Dhabi, it's 17:12 in Xining. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Xining (XNN) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 267° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Xining Caojiabu Airport (XNN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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