Travelling from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport (XIY): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Taipei. Check out your options leaving from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) when reserving your flight from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport (XIY).
Taipei and Xi An (where Xianyang International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you land.
To ensure you catch your flight from Taipei to XIY, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
From the centre of Taipei, TPE is approximately 48 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
Want a handy hotel close to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
You can reach TSA from the centre of Taipei in about 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 6 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Taipei to XIY? Kick back in a hotel near Taipei Songshan Airport before your break officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near XIY:
Getting from Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to central Xi An
Xianyang International Airport to central Xi An takes around 47 minutes in a car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
$226 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport. Return flights start from $304. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get flight tickets from Taipei to XIY. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
June is the most popular month for flights from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Xi An in April when things are quieter.
Before booking a flight from Taipei to XIY, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Xi An, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -7ºC and 9ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport.
More about Xi An
After booking your flight from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Xi An:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Xi An is to visit its top sights. Some highlights include Xi'an City Wall Wenchang Gate (North Gate), Giant Wild Goose Pagoda and Big Wild Goose Pagoda North Square.
Complete your Xi An trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Taipei to Xianyang International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Xi An. Explore the deals and easily compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.