Flying from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Xiamen (the location of Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport) and Chengdu follow the same timezone — UTC+8.
With 63 weekly flights between the two airports, Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is the busiest route. Shandong Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:05. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from XMN to TFU is with China Eastern Airlines at 19:55.
Leave enough time to get on your XMN to Chengdu flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu ticket. Begin your trip at XMN and touch down at Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
These are some of the top airlines operating direct flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu:
To reach XMN from central Xiamen, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch an early flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to XMN:
84.03% of flights departing from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when taking off from XMN.
XMN is located at 117 Xiangyun 1st Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Chengdu
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu flight is Rs38,125. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs66,755. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from XMN to Chengdu if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
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Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is around 72 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to TFU if you're coming in on a late flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is roughly 21 kilometres from central Chengdu. Once you've disembarked your flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to CTU. Kick back and get cosy after your XMN to Chengdu flight at one of these well-located options:
The address for Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
Travel to Chengdu during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 13ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from XMN to Chengdu around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chengdu
Once you've booked your flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chengdu:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Wuhou Shrine, Jinli Ancient Street and Sichuan Opera Troupe are must-do's during your Chengdu adventure.
Explore more of China
Chengdu is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of China you should also see. About 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a visit to Nanchong will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like 六合丝博园, 印象嘉陵江文创小镇 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.
Tianshui is another favourite destination in China and is around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. No journey is complete without experiencing 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.