Xining (XNN) to Shigatse (RKZ) flights
One airline flies nonstop from Xining (XNN) to Shigatse (RKZ): Tibet Airlines. The two airports are 888 miles (1,429 km) apart. There are also 3 ways to fly it with one stop, through Chengdu, Chongqing and Xian.
Airlines flying nonstop from XNN to RKZ
- Tibet AirlinesNot in an alliance

XNN to RKZ with one stop
3 connections, most direct first. 2-stop routings and flight times are in Routes with Pro.
- Via Chengdu (CTU)Tibet Airlines the whole way



- Via Chongqing (CKG)Tibet Airlines the whole way3UPN+2


- Via Xian (XIY)China Eastern Airlines the whole way




XNN to RKZ: common questions
Which airlines fly nonstop from XNN to RKZ?
Tibet Airlines flies nonstop from Xining (XNN) to Shigatse (RKZ).
How far is Xining from Shigatse by plane?
Xining (XNN) and Shigatse (RKZ) are 888 miles (1,429 km) apart along the great circle, the shortest path a flight can take. Connections add distance on top.
How many miles does XNN to RKZ cost?
It depends on the program: each prices the route from its own chart or dynamically. The Award Flight Pricer compares 30+ programs for XNN to RKZ with taxes and fees.
Where can I connect between Xining and Shigatse?
The most direct connections are through Chengdu (CTU), Chongqing (CKG) and Xian (XIY). On 3 of them the same airline flies both flights, for example Tibet Airlines through Chengdu.
More routes
Routes are scheduled nonstop flights. The route data is refreshed monthly; this list was last checked November 11, 2026. Seasonal routes and new launches can be missing or end early, so confirm with the airline before you book. Distances are great-circle, the shortest path between the two airports.