Cheap Flights to Qinghai from $405 (2026/2027)

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Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
XNN
Caojiabao Intl.
$965 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$965
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 6 from San Francisco Intl. to Caojiabao Intl., returning Sat, Oct 10, priced at $965 found 3 days ago
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 31
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
XNN
Caojiabao Intl.
$1,032 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,032
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 10 from Los Angeles Intl. to Caojiabao Intl., returning Sat, Oct 31, priced at $1,032 found 1 day ago
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
XNN
Caojiabao Intl.
$1,081 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,081
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 6 from San Francisco Intl. to Caojiabao Intl., returning Sat, Oct 10, priced at $1,081 found 3 days ago
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
XNN
Caojiabao Intl.
$1,236 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,236
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 6 from San Francisco Intl. to Caojiabao Intl., returning Sat, Oct 10, priced at $1,236 found 3 days ago
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 31
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
XNN
Caojiabao Intl.
$1,257 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,257
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 10 from Los Angeles Intl. to Caojiabao Intl., returning Sat, Oct 31, priced at $1,257 found 1 day ago
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
XNN
Caojiabao Intl.
$1,267 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,267
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 6 from San Francisco Intl. to Caojiabao Intl., returning Sat, Oct 10, priced at $1,267 found 3 days ago
Mon, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 28
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
XNN
Caojiabao Intl.
$1,320 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$1,320
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select WestJet flight, departing Mon, Feb 1 from Los Angeles Intl. to Caojiabao Intl., returning Sun, Feb 28, priced at $1,320 found 9 hours ago
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
XNN
Caojiabao Intl.
$1,383 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,383
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 6 from San Francisco Intl. to Caojiabao Intl., returning Sat, Oct 10, priced at $1,383 found 3 days ago

Best Qinghai Flight and Hotel Packages

Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.
The Sebel Xi Ning - Managed by Sofitel
4.0-star property

The Sebel Xi Ning - Managed by Sofitel

Aug 15 - Aug 17

2 night stay

San Francisco (SFO) to Xining (XNN)

China Southern Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $2,226, price is now $2,208 per person
$2,208
per person
found 20 hours ago
Sofitel Xining
3.5-star property

Sofitel Xining

Aug 15 - Aug 17

2 night stay

San Francisco (SFO) to Xining (XNN)

China Southern Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $2,255, price is now $2,230 per person
$2,230
per person
found 20 hours ago
Mercure Xining Haihu CBD
3.5-star property

Mercure Xining Haihu CBD

Aug 15 - Aug 17

2 night stay

San Francisco (SFO) to Xining (XNN)

China Southern Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $2,225, price is now $2,225 per person
$2,225
per person
found 20 hours ago
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Travelers ❤️ These Qinghai 🏨

Sofitel Xining

Sofitel Xining

3.5 out of 5
63 Wu Si Xi Rd, Chengxi District Xining Qinghai
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Xining. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Tibetan Plateau Wildlife Zoo and Xining People's Park are located nearby.
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Holiday Inn Xining Hot-Spring by IHG

Holiday Inn Xining Hot-Spring by IHG

4 out of 5
No. 31 Linhe Road, Chengzhong District Xining Qinghai
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Xining. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Qinghai Tibet Cultural Centre and Huangzhong Museum are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (11 reviews)
"Most of the advertised elements (spa, dining, conference rooms) are not completed yet or closed for repairs. Hotel was <5% occupied when we were there, and the limited staff were using the hotel for other commercial activities. We left after one night. We recommend avoiding this property."

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

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Holiday Inn Express Xining Railway Station by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Xining Railway Station by IHG

2.5 out of 5
No.145, Huzhu West Road, Xining
Stay at this hotel in Xining. Enjoy free breakfast. Popular attractions Xining Nanshan Mountain and Xining Nanshan Park are located nearby.
4/10 (1 review)
"Poor customer service"

Reviewed on May 21, 2025

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Wanda Vista Xining

Wanda Vista Xining

5 out of 5
Block 1, 76 Xichuan South Road Xining Qinghai
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Xining. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Tibetan Plateau Wildlife Zoo and Xining People's Park are located nearby.
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to Qinghai?
Based on prices found over the last seven days, a roundtrip flight to Qinghai started at as little as $965. If you can be flexible with your dates, it makes it easy to land a great bargain. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to Qinghai departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Qinghai?
If you're thinking of booking a trip to Qinghai, October is the cheapest time to make your way there. This is according to Travelocity's direct return flight demand between January and December last year. Select your preferred dates and lock in your spot today.
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How do I find the best deals on flights to Qinghai?
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What are the most popular flight routes to Qinghai?
As a much-loved vacation spot, it's easy to find flights to Qinghai. Check out this list of popular routes:

  • Xi'an (XIY-Xianyang Intl.) to Xining Airport (XNN) - 2,899 flights a month.
  • Lhasa (LXA-Gonggar) to Xining Airport (XNN) - 1,950 flights a month.
  • Chengdu (CTU-Shuangliu Intl.) to Xining Airport (XNN) - 1,772 flights a month.

How much is a flight to Qinghai on average?
Get your next trip off to the best start by securing an amazing deal with Travelocity. In the last seven days, roundtrip flights to Qinghai cost between $965 and $1,383. Browse our site and lock in a fare that matches your budget. These prices were available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How long is the average flight to Qinghai?
The duration of a direct flight to Qinghai varies, but here you'll find the average travel times for some top routes:

  • Xi'an (XIY-Xianyang Intl.) to Xining Airport (XNN) - 1 hour and 36 minutes
  • Lhasa (LXA-Gonggar) to Xining Airport (XNN) - 2 hours and 8 minutes
  • Chengdu (CTU-Shuangliu Intl.) to Xining Airport (XNN) - 1 hour and 42 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to Qinghai?
If you've booked a long-haul flight to Qinghai, you can generally expect drinks, food and entertainment on board. Airlines attempt to make longer flights as comfortable as possible for passengers. Shorter trips — as well as flights with budget airlines — may not have such inclusions. If you're chasing cheap flights for family vacations with a budget carrier, you'll possibly pay extra for things like snacks and drinks.

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