The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Xichang Qingshan Airport (XIC) in Xichang, China is 7,172 kilometers (4,457 miles / 3,873 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 73°.

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 Greece with China. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:32 in Athens, it's 18:32 in Xichang. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,804 feet between the two airports. Xichang Qingshan Airport sits higher than Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Xichang (XIC) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 301° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Xichang Qingshan Airport (XIC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.