Travelling from Vancouver to Xianyang International Airport (XIY): What you need to know
When organising your flight from Vancouver to Xianyang International Airport (XIY), there's a good range of airports to start your journey from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are Vancouver's main terminals.
Xi An is 15 hours ahead of Vancouver. Xianyang International Airport is located in Xi An, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Vancouver to XIY.
Peak season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Vancouver International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Xianyang International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, data shows 71.77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 15 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Vancouver to XIY flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is around 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Abbotsford Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Vancouver to Xianyang International Airport flight:
Flights that depart from YXX touch down at their destination within the expected time frame 67.97% of the time.
About Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver to Xianyang International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near XIY:
You'll find XIY at Airport Ave.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Xianyang International Airport is R 6,522. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 12,411. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Vancouver to XIY. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Xi An. June is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Xianyang International Airport (XIY), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Book a Vancouver to XIY plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Xi An to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Xianyang International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Xi An
After booking your flight from Vancouver to Xianyang International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Xi An:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. 西安城墙-敌楼, Drum Tower of Xi'an and Bell Tower of Xi'an are must-visits when exploring Xi An.
Explore more of China
Tianshui is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Xi An. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Wuhou Shrine, Yuyuan Park and 万寿宫.
Around 274 kilometres south-east of Xi An, Shiyan is another essential stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Niutoushan Forest Park, Huawurenjian Sceneic Area and Culture Square.
