How to get from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport to city center. Metro, bus, taxi options with prices and travel times.
How to get from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport to city center. Metro, bus, taxi options with prices and travel times.
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (西安咸阳国际机场, XIY) is located about 25 kilometers northwest of the city center. Here are your options for reaching downtown Xi'an.
Metro (Recommended): 45 min, 7 CNY
Airport Bus: 60-90 min, 25-35 CNY
Taxi/Didi: 60-90 min, 150-250 CNY
Line 14 connects the airport directly to Xi'an North Railway Station with no transfers.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Travel Time | ~45 minutes |
| Price | 7 CNY |
| Frequency | Every 8-10 minutes |
| Operating Hours | 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM |
| Destination | Xi'an North Railway Station |
Follow signs for "Metro" (地铁) after you collect your luggage.
Use the ticket machine, select "北客站" (North Railway Station). English available.
Platform is clearly marked. The metro runs every 8-10 minutes.
At North Railway Station, you can transfer to Line 2 (Bell Tower) or Line 4 (Daming Palace).
Buy an "One Day Pass" (15 CNY) or "Three Day Pass" (40 CNY) at the airport metro station if you plan to use the metro frequently. Unlimited rides for the duration!
Airport buses run from the airport to several locations in the city.
| Route | Price | Duration | First/Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airport → South Street (南梢门) | 25 CNY | 60-90 min | 6:00 AM / 9:00 PM |
| Airport → East Street (建国路) | 25 CNY | 60-90 min | 6:30 AM / 9:00 PM |
| Airport → High-Tech Zone | 35 CNY | 60-90 min | 8:00 AM / 7:00 PM |
| Airport → North Railway Station | 25 CNY | 50-70 min | 8:00 AM / 8:00 PM |
Exit the terminal and look for the bus stops outside Arrivals Gate 5. Tickets are sold at the bus station counters inside the terminal.
Only use official taxis (white/green/blue) from the taxi stand or book through the Didi app. Avoid unlicensed taxis approaching you inside or outside the terminal.
| Option | Price | Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Line 14 | 7 CNY | 45 min | Budget travelers, solo |
| Airport Bus | 25-35 CNY | 60-90 min | Hotel near bus stop |
| Didi | 100-180 CNY | 60-90 min | Groups, convenience |
| Taxi | 150-250 CNY | 60-90 min | Late arrivals, luggage |
Take Line 2 to Xi'an North Railway Station, then transfer to Line 14 (direction: 机场西). Total: ~60 minutes, 7 CNY.
Buses leave from South Street and other locations. Book through the "Xi'an Airport Bus" WeChat mini-program or buy tickets at the bus stop.
Book through Didi app or catch a taxi. Allow 90 minutes due to traffic.
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Metro Line 14: 40 min, 7-9 RMB. Didi/taxi: 80-120 RMB, 40-60 min. Airport shuttle: 25 RMB.
80-120 RMB plus 10 RMB surcharge. Avoid unlicensed drivers inside the terminal.
Yes, Line 14 connects directly. Transfer at Xi'an North to Line 2 for Bell Tower. About 1 hour total.
Line 1 to Bell Tower, Line 2 to Xi'an North. 25 RMB, 60-90 min. Runs first to last flight.
Domestic: 2 hours. International: 3 hours. Security lines long during peak hours.