Travelling from Beijing to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at one of Beijing's main airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX). Explore the options for booking a flight from Beijing to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) leaving from either of these bases.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 55 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Beijing to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport flight.
Xiamen (where Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport is located) and Beijing share the UTC+8 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) is the most popular route. There are 98 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Shandong Airlines at 9:40pm. Go for the first PEK to XMN departure operated by Air China at 6:30am if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Beijing to XMN, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Fly without interruptions from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Direct flights from Beijing to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) are available from here.
Pick from a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Beijing to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport departing from PEK. Get on board with any of these:
Most travellers choose to fly with Air China between PEK and XMN.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is Hainan Airlines.
To get to PEK from central Beijing, it takes around 40 minutes to drive the 31 kilometres or so.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Beijing Capital International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Beijing to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Of the departures from Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% arrive on time at their destination.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Consider starting your journey from Daxing International Airport (PKX). You can book a direct Beijing to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) plane ticket from this popular hub.
The most popular airlines that operate direct flights from Beijing to XMN jetting off from PKX include:
On the PKX to XMN route, Xiamen Airlines is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
Go with China Southern Airlines for the most punctual service. Its flights between Daxing International Airport and Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport land as scheduled 96.45% of the time.
PKX is around 56 kilometres from central Beijing. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Beijing to XMN flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport:
Flights from Daxing International Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 88.83% of them touching down as expected.
About Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Beijing to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near XMN:
XMN is located at 117 Xiangyun 1st Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Currently, P9,432 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P22,377. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Beijing to XMN, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Xiamen. July is when most people book flights from Beijing to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
Lock in a Beijing to XMN plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Xiamen to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Beijing to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport in January when temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Xiamen
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Xiamen right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Beijing to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Xiamen when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Gulangyu Island followed by Gulangyu-Wanshi Mountain National Key Scenic Area and Gulangshi.
Explore more of China
You've done Xiamen, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Travel around 193 kilometres south-west to Shantou to check off its leading attractions. From Shantou Old Town to Beishan Bay and Longhu Beach Tourist Resort, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 209 kilometres north-east of Xiamen, Fuzhou is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Sanfang Qixiang, Zhenhai Tower and Hot Spring Park.