Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Xianyang International Airport (XIY): what you need to know
Xi An's timezone is UTC+8, making Xi An three hours behind Sydney.
Leave plenty of time to make your SYD to XIY flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Xianyang International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between SYD and XIY:
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Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
Right now, £167 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Xianyang International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £336. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to XIY if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Xianyang International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.62% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 11 miles from central Sydney. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Xianyang International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
If you're arriving on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Xianyang International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near XIY:
Pick up a Xianyang International Airport rental car and discover corners of Xi An that are off the usual tourist route. Check out the deals from Hertz.
Increase your chances of snagging a great price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Xianyang International Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a smart idea.
Getting from Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to central Xi An
The address for XIY is Airport Ave.
From Xianyang International Airport, Xi An is approximately 25 miles away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
April is the most popular month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Xianyang International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Xi An in April.
Before locking in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Xianyang International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Xi An, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to XIY in January. Temperatures average between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of China
You've seen Xi An, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Travel around 290 miles south-west to Nanchong to tick off its leading sights. From 小西街 to 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in China, consider Zhengzhou, about 270 miles east of Xi An. 海浪湾亲子乐园, 郑州世纪欢乐园 and 熊熊亲子乐园 are highlights.