Flying from Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to London: what you need to know
Around 10 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Xianyang International Airport to London.
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is 8 hours behind Xi An, where Xianyang International Airport is located.
With 4 flights a week between the two airports, Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the busiest route. Catch Tianjin Airlines's 15:45 flight to get your trip from XIY to LHR underway.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from XIY to London. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Direct flights from Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to London are available for booking. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is where you'll arrive.
Take to the skies with Tianjin Airlines. This airline offers direct flights from Xianyang International Airport to London.
If you have a passport from China, you will need an embassy visa to visit United Kingdom. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Xianyang International Airport to London for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before you fly.
XIY is around 40 kilometres from central Xi An. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 47 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Xianyang International Airport to London? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near XIY:
How to find the cheapest flights from Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to London
231 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Xianyang International Airport to London. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 559 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap tickets from XIY to London by booking at least 1 month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
September is the cheapest month for tickets from Xianyang International Airport to London. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London takes about 57 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour and 1 minute.
Consider booking a hotel close to LHR if you're catching a late flight from Xianyang International Airport to London. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 80 kilometres from the centre of London. Following your flight from Xianyang International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour and 19 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour and 26 minutes.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near LGW. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from XIY to London at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month for flights from Xianyang International Airport to London. To steer clear of the crowds, head to London in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Xianyang International Airport to London in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from XIY to London sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in London right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Xianyang International Airport to London:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your London to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Buckingham Palace.
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