Loading map...
YIW → XIY
Which side of the plane to sit from Yiwu Airport (Yiwu) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (Xi'an)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the majestic Qinling Mountains during the approach to Xi'an, which serves as the natural boundary between northern and southern China.
Search flights from YIW to XIY
Zhejiang Uplands
Lush, rolling green hills of the Jiangnan region immediately after takeoff from Yiwu.
Dabie Mountains
A significant mountain range on the border of Anhui and Hubei, showcasing rugged terrain and deep valleys.
Han River Meanders
Stunning views of the Han River, the largest tributary of the Yangtze, winding through central China.
Qinling Mountains
The dramatic, high-altitude mountain range that defines the geographic and climatic divide of China.
Xi'an Southern Districts
Aerial views of the Qujiang district and the growing urban sprawl south of the ancient city wall.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. The Qinling Mountains are particularly spectacular in winter when peaks are snow-capped. During the descent into XIY, watch for the sharp transition from the high peaks of Qinling to the flat Wei River valley where Xi'an sits.
Get eSIMs for China
Get eSIMs for China
Yiwu Trade City
A bird's-eye view of the world's largest small commodities market complex shortly after departure.
Yangtze River Basin
Broad vistas of the industrial and agricultural heartland along the middle reaches of the Yangtze River.
North China Plain
The transition into the vast, flat agricultural expanses of Henan province, dotted with numerous settlements.
Wei River
The 'Mother River' of the Guanzhong Plain, visible running parallel to the flight path during final approach.
Xianyang New Area
Views of the rapidly developing industrial and residential zones surrounding the airport north of Xi'an.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy soft, diffused northern light. Look for the distinct rectangular grid patterns of the ancient city's layout if the flight path approaches from the northeast. Seasonal visibility is often better in autumn when the northern plains are less prone to haze.
Book Hotels in Xi'anDistance: 1,206 km (749 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: YIW (29.3446998596, 120.031997681)
Arrival: XIY (34.447102, 108.751999)
Route Type: Domestic
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.