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.
Before Xianyang Airport was constructed, Xi'an was served by Xi'an Xiguan Airport. In 1984, the Chinese government and military proposed to build a large civil airport on the site of Xianyang's airfield. Phase 1 of the airport began construction in August 1987, and was completed and opened on 1 September 1991.