The flight distance from Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany to Xichang Qingshan Airport (XIC) in Xichang, China is 7,908 kilometers (4,914 miles / 4,270 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.

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 Germany 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 17:38 in Frankfurt am Main, it's 00:38 in Xichang. With a 7-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 4,748 feet between the two airports. Xichang Qingshan Airport sits higher than Frankfurt am Main International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Xichang (XIC) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) follows a heading of 317° (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 Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) and Xichang Qingshan Airport (XIC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.