Travelling from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Xi An Xianyang Airport (XIY): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Xi An Xianyang Airport.
Xi An's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shanghai.
Every week, there are 130 Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Xi An Xianyang Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, pick the 06:40 China Eastern Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 23:05 with China Eastern Airlines.
Your SHA to XIY flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Xi An Xianyang Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Xi An adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of China:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is China Eastern.
Shanghai Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating SHA to XIY flights. A reliable 93.33% of its departures on this route land on time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Xi An Xianyang Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between SHA and XIY include:
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
Qingdao Airport
Dongying Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Xi An Xianyang Airport (XIY)
Rs14,718 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Xi An Xianyang Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs29,423. These prices can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from SHA to XIY, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Xi An Xianyang Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
SHA's address is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SHA arrive on schedule 85% of the time.
To get to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport from central Shanghai, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near SHA? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Xi An Xianyang Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Xi An Xianyang Airport (XIY)
If you're arriving on a late Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Xi An Xianyang Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near XIY:
Venture beyond Xi An and check out places that usually fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Xi An Xianyang Airport rental car from Hertz.
Give yourself a better shot at snagging the lowest price by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Xi An Xianyang Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a smart move.
When to fly to Xi An Xianyang Airport (XIY)
The quietest month for a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Xi An Xianyang Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Xi An based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Xi An Xianyang Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Xi An, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SHA to XIY in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -7ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of China
You've visited Xi An, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey about 467 kilometres south-west to Nanchong to tick off its popular sights. From Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area to Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another corner of China, consider Zhengzhou, about 434 kilometres east of Xi An. Foguang Temple, Runis of Shang Dynasty and Zhengzhou Zoo - Animal Kingdom are among its highlights.
