Cheap Flights to Qinghai from $430 (2026/2027)

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

Sat, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 15
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
XNN
Caojiabao Intl.
$814 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$814
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 28 from Los Angeles Intl. to Caojiabao Intl., returning Tue, Dec 15, priced at $814 found 7 hours ago
Sat, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 15
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
XNN
Caojiabao Intl.
$1,160 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$1,160
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 28 from Los Angeles Intl. to Caojiabao Intl., returning Tue, Dec 15, priced at $1,160 found 7 hours ago
Sat, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 15
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
XNN
Caojiabao Intl.
$1,188 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$1,188
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 28 from Los Angeles Intl. to Caojiabao Intl., returning Tue, Dec 15, priced at $1,188 found 7 hours ago
Sat, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 15
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
XNN
Caojiabao Intl.
$1,266 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$1,266
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 28 from Los Angeles Intl. to Caojiabao Intl., returning Tue, Dec 15, priced at $1,266 found 7 hours ago
Sat, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 15
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
XNN
Caojiabao Intl.
$1,276 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$1,276
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Air China flight, departing Sat, Nov 28 from Los Angeles Intl. to Caojiabao Intl., returning Tue, Dec 15, priced at $1,276 found 7 hours ago
Sat, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 15
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
XNN
Caojiabao Intl.
$1,312 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$1,312
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 28 from Los Angeles Intl. to Caojiabao Intl., returning Tue, Dec 15, priced at $1,312 found 7 hours ago
Sat, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 15
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
XNN
Caojiabao Intl.
$1,327 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$1,327
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 28 from Los Angeles Intl. to Caojiabao Intl., returning Tue, Dec 15, priced at $1,327 found 7 hours ago
Sat, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 15
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
XNN
Caojiabao Intl.
$1,364 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$1,364
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Air China flight, departing Sat, Nov 28 from Los Angeles Intl. to Caojiabao Intl., returning Tue, Dec 15, priced at $1,364 found 7 hours ago

Best Qinghai Flight and Hotel Packages

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The Sebel Xi Ning - Managed by Sofitel
4.0-star property

The Sebel Xi Ning - Managed by Sofitel

Dec 9 - Dec 14

5 night stay

San Francisco (SFO) to Xining (XNN)

Air China • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,486, price is now $1,448 per person
$1,448
per person
just found
Mercure Xining Haihu CBD
3.5-star property

Mercure Xining Haihu CBD

Dec 9 - Dec 14

5 night stay

San Francisco (SFO) to Xining (XNN)

Air China • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,606, price is now $1,529 per person
$1,529
per person
just found
Sofitel Xining
3.5-star property

Sofitel Xining

Dec 9 - Dec 14

5 night stay

San Francisco (SFO) to Xining (XNN)

Air China • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,525, price is now $1,474 per person
$1,474
per person
just found
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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

Opens in a new windowHoliday Inn Xining Hot-Spring by IHG
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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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.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
"It was a good hotel , I will stay again when I am in xinging"

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2026

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The Sebel Xi Ning - Managed by Sofitel

The Sebel Xi Ning - Managed by Sofitel

4 out of 5
63 Wu Si Xi Road Xining
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Xining. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Tibetan Plateau Wildlife Zoo and Xining People's Park are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (78 reviews)
"This apartment hotel is beautiful and the amenities are first class. BUT: 1. No one speaks English, not even the managers 2. You cannot book food to your room AND you cannot use their credit card machine because it asks for a 6 pin and a 4 digit pin will not work. I tried the trick of adding 2 00s ..."

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

Opens in a new windowThe Sebel Xi Ning - Managed by Sofitel
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 $814. 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, November 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 $814 and $1,364. 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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