Xining travel guide
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You're Going to Love Xining
With a population of 767,531, Xining is the largest city in Qinghai, China by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 20 days in order to fully appreciate everything Xining has to offer.
When to visit Xining
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Xining in July, when the average temperature is 17 °C, and the highest can go up to 22 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -12 °C, with an average temperature of -6 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 80 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Xining, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.
How to Get to Xining
Plane
When flying to Xining, you’ll arrive at Xining Caojiabao (XNN), which is located 27 km from the city centre.
Train
The train station in Xining is called Xining Railway Station, and is located 5 km from the city centre.
Airports near Xining
Airlines serving Xining
Where to stay in Xining
Average rates range from around ₹ 1,888 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 6,164 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Xining
Most booked hotels in Xining
Hiring a car in Xining
Expect to pay ₹ 96 per litre in Xining (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,155 and ₹ 1,540.