Before Xianyang Airport was built, Xi'an was served by Xi'an Xiguan Airport. In 1984, the State Council of China and the Central Military Commission proposed to build a large civil airport on the site of Xianyang's airfield. Phase 1 of the airport commenced construction in August 1987, and was finished and opened on 1 September 1991.
Prior to the establishment of Xianyang Airport, Xi'an was served by Xi'an Xiguan Airport. In 1984, the Chinese government and military decided to construct a large civil airport at the site of Xianyang's airfield. Phase 1 of the project began in August 1987 and was finished and opened on September 1st, 1991.