Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN): what you need to know
Xiamen is eight hours ahead of London and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your LGW to XMN flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LGW and XMN:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Beijing Capital International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Rs106,624 is currently the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs165,675. These fares may change based on availability.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from LGW to XMN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LGW to XMN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights that leave from London Gatwick Airport reach their destination on time.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near LGW:
Arriving at Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
If you have a late London Gatwick Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near XMN:
Set your own pace with a Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Xiamen that most tourists miss.
Book your vehicle from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport several weeks before your trip to get the best deal. If you're going away during peak season, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to central Xiamen
XMN is located at 117 Xiangyun 1st Rd.
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to the centre of Xiamen has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When to fly to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport is April, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Xiamen based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Xiamen, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to XMN in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of China
You've done Xiamen, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Journey around 467 kilometres south-west to Shenzhen to tick off its popular sights. From Window of the World to Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 467 kilometres west of Xiamen, Dongguan is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画.