The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) in Xianyang, China is 7,340 kilometers (4,561 miles / 3,963 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 64°.

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 04:16 in Athens, it's 10:16 in Xianyang. 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 1,264 feet between the two airports. Xi'an Xianyang International Airport sits higher than Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

The return flight from Xianyang (XIY) 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 Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.