Flying from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport (XIY): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll catch your flight from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport (XIY). Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are Taipei's main airports.
Xianyang International Airport is located in Xi An. The city's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Taipei.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Taipei 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.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Taipei, TPE can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, 74.72% touch down on time at their destination.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Taipei to TSA in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 6 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Taipei to XIY flight? Check in to a hotel near Taipei Songshan Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
The majority of flights that leave Taipei Songshan Airport arrive at their destination as expected. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 91.15%.
About Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
Reserve a hotel close to XIY if you're catching a late flight from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
You'll find XIY at Airport Ave.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
128 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport. A return flight starts at 242 €. These prices may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Taipei to XIY, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Xi An. June is when most people book flights from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport (XIY), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Taipei to XIY plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Xi An, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport in January when temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Xi An
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Xi An right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport:
You'll find loads of things to do in Xi An when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at 西安城墙-敌楼 followed by Drum Tower of Xi'an and Bell Tower of Xi'an.
Explore more of China
Xi An has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres west of Xi An, a visit to Tianshui will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Wuhou Shrine, Yuyuan Park and 万寿宫.
Shiyan is another well-known destination in China and is around 274 kilometres south-east of Xi An. No journey is complete without visiting Niutoushan Forest Park, Huawurenjian Sceneic Area and Culture Square.