Flying from Washington DC to Xianyang International Airport (XIY): What you need to know
When looking for your flight from Washington DC to Xianyang International Airport (XIY), there's a good range of airports you can depart from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are Washington DC's main terminals.
Xi An is 12 hours ahead of Washington DC. Xianyang International Airport is located in Xi An, which follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to XIY. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Washington DC to Xianyang International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels close to Ronald Reagan National Airport:
76.44% of flights that take off from Ronald Reagan National Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Think about building a stopover into your journey at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). It's a key transfer point for flights from Washington DC to Xianyang International Airport (XIY) leaving Washington Dulles International Airport.
You can arrive at IAD from central Washington DC in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to XIY flight:
74.39% of flights out of Washington Dulles International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
BWI is around 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 50 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Washington DC to Xianyang International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
Flights departing from BWI make it to their destination within the scheduled time frame 77.13% of the time.
About Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
Book a hotel near XIY if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to Xianyang International Airport. Select one of these options and be in bed sooner:
The address for XIY is Airport Ave.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Xianyang International Airport is ر.ق. 2,106. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 3,763. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Washington DC to XIY. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Xi An. June is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Xianyang International Airport (XIY), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Washington DC to XIY flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Xi An, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Xianyang International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC and 9ºC.
More about Xi An
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Xianyang International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Xi An:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. 西安城墙-敌楼, Drum Tower of Xi'an and Bell Tower of Xi'an are must-visits when exploring Xi An.
Explore more of China
Xi An has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres west of Xi An, a visit to Tianshui will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Wuhou Shrine, Yuyuan Park and 万寿宫.
Around 274 kilometres south-east of Xi An, Shiyan is another essential stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Niutoushan Forest Park, Huawurenjian Sceneic Area and Culture Square.
