Shenzhen to Xianyang (Weicheng) (SZX–XIY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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SZX–XIY is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines and Hainan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 871 miles in approximately 2h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: 3U | 49 | 320, 321, 32N, 738 | 2h19-2h50 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| ZH Shenzhen Airlines Also: CA, SC | 49 | 320, 321, 738 | 2h17-2h50 | – | Star Alliance | CA, SC |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 21 | 73H | 2h38-3h | – | – | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 21 | 321, 332 | 2h40-3h15 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 7 | 320 | 2h40 | – | – | – |
| 9H Air Changan | 3 | 738 | 2h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Xianyang (Weicheng) from Shenzhen
| Metric | SZX→XIY | HKG→XIY | ZUH→XIY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SZX | – | 24 mi | 52 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 4 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 290 | 12 | 53 |
| Flight time | 2h 45m | 2h 50m | 2h 40m |
Travel Essentials
SZX: CST · XIY: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen, it's 6:00 PM in Xianyang (Weicheng).
Shenzhen Metro Line 11 (Airport Express) runs from Futian or Luohu to the airport in 35–50 minutes (¥20–30). Trains run from 6am to around midnight. This is the standard option for arrivals from central Shenzhen and the Hong Kong border crossing at Futian.
Taxis from downtown Shenzhen (Luohu/Futian) cost ¥60–100 and take 30–50 minutes depending on expressway traffic. High-speed rail connections exist but require a shuttle or metro link from Shenzhen North station.
Metro Line 14 from T5 to Xi'an North (high-speed rail) takes 30–35 minutes (¥6). From Xi'an North, HSR connects to Beijing (4.5–6h), Chengdu (3.5–4h), and other cities. City centre metro connections require a transfer at Xi'an North or Xi'an station. Airport buses to Bell Tower/city centre cost ¥30 and take 50–70 minutes.Taxis from XIY are metered; the city centre costs ¥80–120. DiDi ride-hail is the standard option and often slightly cheaper. T3 (older terminal) and T5 (newer, international) are separate buildings; confirm your terminal to avoid arriving at the wrong one. T5 is the dominant terminal for most flights.
Semi-arid continental climate in the Wei River valley. Winters are cold (−5 to 5°C, November–February) with frequent fog in the valley. Xi'an is prone to persistent winter fog that reduces visibility for days at a time, causing delays and diversions. Dust and haze are common in spring (March–May) as sandstorms from the northwest reduce air quality and visibility.
Summers are hot (30–38°C, June–August) with occasional thunderstorms. Autumn (September–October) is the clearest season with moderate temperatures (10–22°C). Air pollution combined with weather inversions creates the worst visibility conditions in winter. Winter connections should account for this.
SZX–XIY Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Shenzhen to Xi'an: Pearl River Delta to Silk Road Gateway
The SZX–XIY corridor links Shenzhen's technology and manufacturing economy in southern Guangdong with Xi'an, the capital of Shaanxi Province and one of China's most significant historical cities. Multiple carriers operate the route, with China Southern and Shenzhen Airlines holding the largest shares. The two-and-a-half-hour flight is competitive with China's high-speed rail network, which also connects the two cities but with a significantly longer journey time. Air capacity on this segment reflects both business demand from the Pearl River Delta's industrial sector and tourism traffic bound for Xi'an's Terracotta Army and Tang Dynasty heritage sites.
Xi'an Xianyang as a Connecting Hub
Xi'an Xianyang Airport serves as a secondary hub for China Eastern and a focus city for several regional carriers, providing onward connections to Central Asia and second-tier Silk Road destinations. Terminal 3 opened in 2024 and significantly expanded the airport's capacity and facility quality. Passengers transiting through XIY for points further west should verify domestic-to-domestic connection minimums, which typically run 60–90 minutes at Chinese hub airports.