Ili (Yining / Ghulja) to Xianyang (Weicheng) (YIN–XIY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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YIN–XIY is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Spring Airlines and Jet Aviation Flight Services lead the route. The flight covers 1,599 miles in approximately 3h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: 3U | 14 | 32N | 1h30-3h40 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 7 | 320 | 1h23 | – | – | – |
| JD Jet Aviation Flight Services | 3 | 320 | 4h | – | – | – |
| GS Grant Aviation | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Xianyang (Weicheng) from Ili (Yining / Ghulja)
| Metric | YIN→XIY | BPL→XIY | AKU→XIY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YIN | – | 81 mi | 193 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 31 | 11 | 24 |
| Flight time | 3h 40m | 1h 28m | 3h 25m |
Travel Essentials
YIN: +06 · XIY: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Ili (Yining / Ghulja), it's 8:00 PM in Xianyang (Weicheng).
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.
YIN–XIY Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YIN to XIY
Yining Airport (YIN) and Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines, Spring Airlines, Jet Aviation Flight Services and Grant Aviation. With 31 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YIN to XIY Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YIN to XIY is about 3 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,599 miles (2,573 km). There are approximately 31 weekly flights outbound and 24 return, totaling 55 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Ürümqi Tianshan, Kuqa Qiuci and Aksu Hongqipo. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bole (BPL) and Aksu (Onsu) (AKU).