Flying from Chicago to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY): What you need to know
Xi An is 14 hours ahead of Chicago. Xi'an Xianyang International Airport is located in Xi An, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to XIY. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as Christmas and spring break will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Chicago to XIY even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is an option when taking off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
70% of flights that take off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to XIY flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
76% of flights departing Chicago Midway International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to reach the airport by car and 2 hours or so on public transport.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Chicago to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport flight:
The on-time performance record of RFD is 71%. In other words, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near XIY and shut your eyes sooner:
The street address for XIY is Airport Ave.
Getting from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to central Xi An
Central Xi An is around 40 kilometres from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
459 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport. Return flights start at 917 €. These prices can change based on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to XIY. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY). February is the busiest month to visit Xi An. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in December.
Before locking in your Chicago to XIY plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Xi An, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Xi An
Start your Xi An trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Bell Tower of Xi'an, Drum Tower of Xi'an and Fortifications of Xi'an are popular attractions which should feature on any good Xi An itinerary.
Explore more of China
Xi An will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of China you should also see. About 274 kilometres west of Xi An, a visit to Tianshui will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Qimulin Mountain, Yuquan Temple and Tianshui Shenjin Mountain Provincial Forest Park.
Shiyan is another favourite destination in China and is around 274 kilometres southeast of Xi An. No journey is complete without visiting Niutoushan Forest Park, Huawurenjian Sceneic Area and Longquan Temple.
