Xianyang (Weicheng) to Guangzhou (Huadu) (XIY–CAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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XIY–CAN is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines and Shenzhen Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 812 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 112 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: 3U | 63 | 31N, 320, 738, 919 | 2h45-3h15 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 31 | 321, 32N | 2h25-3h | – | SkyTeam | – |
| ZH Shenzhen Airlines Also: CA, SC | 21 | 320 | 2h45-2h55 | – | Star Alliance | CA, SC |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 14 | 738, 73H | 2h20-2h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Guangzhou (Huadu) from Xianyang (Weicheng)
| Metric | XIY→CAN | HZG→CAN | YCU→CAN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from XIY | – | 127 mi | 138 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 220 | 2 | 21 |
| Flight time | 2h 20m | 2h 40m | 2h 21m |
Travel Essentials
XIY: CST · CAN: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Xianyang (Weicheng), it's 6:00 PM in Guangzhou (Huadu).
Xi'an Metro Line 14 opened in 2024 and connects Xi'an North (high-speed rail station) to T5 at Xianyang Airport in 30–35 minutes (¥6). This replaced the previous airport shuttle bus as the default transit option for most travelers. Line 14 also connects to Xi'an central via transfers at Xi'an North.Airport shuttle buses still serve the city centre and Bell Tower area (¥30, 50–70 min). Taxis from Xi'an Zhonglou (Bell Tower area) cost ¥80–120 and take 40–60 minutes on the G30 expressway. DiDi is widely used. The airport is 47 km northwest of the city centre.
Metro Line 3 North Extension connects T1 and T2 to the city centre (30–40 min, ¥8–10). Trains run until around midnight. Airport shuttle buses serve Guangzhou East, Tianhe Coach Terminal, and other zones (¥26–36, 40–70 min).Taxis from the arrivals area use a meter; Guangzhou city centre costs ¥80–130 with highway tolls added. DiDi ride-hail is widely available and typically costs less. High-speed rail connections to Shenzhen, Hong Kong, and other Pearl River Delta cities are available from Guangzhou South station (metro transfer required).
Subtropical monsoon climate. Summers are long, hot, and extremely humid (28–35°C from May–September) with heavy rain and typhoon risk. Tropical storms regularly cause cancellations in July and August. Winters are mild and dry (8–18°C) with some fog in January–February that can delay departures.
Spring (March–April) is warm but wet with persistent drizzle. Autumn (October–November) is the most comfortable period with lower humidity and clear skies. Air quality varies. Pollution combined with humidity creates haze that occasionally reduces visibility.
XIY–CAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Xi'an to Guangzhou: Northwest to Pearl River Delta
XIY-CAN connects Xi'an Xianyang International Airport, serving one of China's major historical cities and a growing tech hub, to Guangzhou Baiyun, the gateway to the Pearl River Delta manufacturing region. Around 160 to 170 weekly departures operate across five carriers: China Southern, 9 Air Co, China Eastern, Hainan Airlines, and Shenzhen Airlines. China Southern holds the largest share and hubs at CAN. Flight time is 2 hours 50 minutes over 1,311 km. Departures run from 07:00 through 23:10. The COMAC C919 has entered service on this corridor across multiple carriers, alongside the standard A320-family and 737-family fleet.
Xi'an Xianyang Airport and Connection Notes
Xi'an Xianyang Airport expanded significantly with Terminal 3, which handles most major carrier traffic. The airport is 26 km from central Xi'an; subway Line 14 connects the airport to the main city network. Guangzhou Baiyun is the fourth-busiest airport in China by passenger volume and serves as China Southern's primary hub. Passengers connecting at CAN to Southeast Asian or international destinations have access to China Southern's broad network. High-speed rail between Xi'an and Guangzhou takes 7 to 8 hours, making air the standard choice for business trips despite the two airport transfer times involved.