Flying from Taiyuan Airport (TYN) to Sanya Airport (SYX): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Taiyuan Airport to Sanya Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 30 minutes.
Sanya's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Taiyuan.
Flights from TYN to SYX start from 07:00 — the earliest with China Eastern Airlines. The last departure is at 21:50 with Beijing Capital Airlines. In total, you can choose from 24 weekly Taiyuan Airport to Sanya Airport flights.
Leave enough time to make your TYN to SYX flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Taiyuan Airport to Sanya Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Sanya holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of China:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Sichuan Airlines on this route.
Hainan Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates TYN to SYX flights. A reliable 95.08% of its services on this route land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taiyuan Airport (TYN) to Sanya Airport (SYX)
At the moment, $322 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Taiyuan Airport to Sanya Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $782. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from TYN to SYX. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Taiyuan Airport to Sanya Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from TYN to SYX by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Taiyuan Airport to Sanya Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Taiyuan Airport (TYN)
TYN is located at Airport Special Line.
86% of flights leaving Taiyuan Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from TYN.
Central Taiyuan to Taiyuan Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near TYN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Taiyuan Airport to Sanya Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Sanya Airport (SYX)
If you're arriving on a late Taiyuan Airport to Sanya Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near SYX:
Set your own pace with a Sanya Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Sanya that most tourists miss.
To secure the best deal, book your vehicle from Sanya Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices typically increase closer to the day of travel.
When to fly to Sanya Airport (SYX)
January is the busiest month for flights from Taiyuan Airport to Sanya Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Sanya in March.
Book your flight from Taiyuan Airport to Sanya Airport for June if you want to go to Sanya during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from TYN to SYX in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
