Travelling from Taiyuan Airport (TYN) to Xining Airport (XNN): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Taiyuan Airport to Xining Airport.
Taiyuan and Xining are in the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
You can take your pick of seven weekly Taiyuan Airport to Xining Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your TYN to XNN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Air China is your gateway to discovering Xining (and perhaps some other great corners of China!). Browse the direct flights from Taiyuan Airport to Xining Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Air China on this route.
Air China tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for TYN to XNN flights, with 88.1% of services landing as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taiyuan Airport (TYN) to Xining Airport (XNN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Taiyuan Airport to Xining Airport flight is $1,452. A return fare is currently $847. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from TYN to XNN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Taiyuan Airport to Xining Airport.
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Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Taiyuan Airport to Xining Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Taiyuan Airport (TYN)
TYN's address is Airport Special Line.
Taiyuan Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 86% of flights that take off from TYN reach their destination on time.
Taiyuan Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Taiyuan. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Taiyuan Airport to Xining Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near TYN:
Arriving at Xining Airport (XNN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Taiyuan Airport to Xining Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near XNN instead:
Getting from Xining Airport (XNN) to central Xining
XNN is located at G6 Jingzang Expressway Exit.
From Xining Airport, Xining is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Xining Airport (XNN)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Taiyuan Airport to Xining Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Xining. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Xining is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Taiyuan Airport to Xining Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from TYN to XNN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -17ºC (1ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
You've seen Xining, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Journey about 418 kilometres south-east to Tianshui to tick off its top attractions. From Qimulin Mountain to Yuquan Temple and Tianshui Shenjin Mountain Provincial Forest Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another side of China, consider Lanzhou, roughly 193 kilometres east of Xining. Gansu Provincial Museum, Little West Lake and Zhigong Temple are key highlights.
