Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Xianyang International Airport (XIY): what you need to know
Xi An's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Xi An 15 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Your YVR to XIY flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
Rs144,774 is the best price for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Xianyang International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs305,349. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YVR to XIY if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Vancouver International Airport to Xianyang International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Of all flights leaving Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% land on time at their destination.
Vancouver International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to YVR? If you're boarding an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Xianyang International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
If you're landing on a late Vancouver International Airport to Xianyang International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near XIY:
Venture beyond Xi An and explore places outside the usual tourist stops with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Xianyang International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Boost your chances of scoring a great price by booking early. Reserving your ride from Xianyang International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a smart move.
Getting from Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to central Xi An
XIY is located at Airport Ave.
Xianyang International Airport to the centre of Xi An has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
April is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Xianyang International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Xi An in April.
Lock in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Xianyang International Airport for July if you want to explore Xi An during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 35ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YVR to XIY in January. Temperatures average between -7ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of China
You've seen Xi An, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel around 467 kilometres south-west to Nanchong to tick off its top attractions. From 小西街 to 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 434 kilometres east of Xi An, Zhengzhou is another favourite stop in China. Start your sightseeing at 海浪湾亲子乐园, 郑州世纪欢乐园 and 熊熊亲子乐园.