Zaventem to Xiamen (BRU–XMN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
While no nonstop service exists between BRU and XMN, 1-stop connecting options are available.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Xiamen from Zaventem
| Metric | BRU→XMN | AMS→XMN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BRU | – | 98 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | 5 |
Travel Essentials
BRU: CEST · XMN: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Zaventem, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Xiamen.
Belgian passport holders enter China visa-free for up to 30 days under a unilateral policy extended through December 31, 2026. Covers tourism, business, family visits, and transit. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months with proof of onward travel. Employment and study still require a visa obtained in advance.
The Airport Express train runs every 15–20 minutes from Brussels Central, Midi (South), and Nord stations to BRU in 17–25 minutes (€11.80 one-way, free with Brussels Card). Traffic on the Ring road (R0) is heavily congested during morning rush, making the train the consistent choice for peak departures.
Taxis from central Brussels cost €40–55 and take 25–40 minutes. Ride-shares (Uber) run €30–45. Parking at BRU starts at €10/day in the P-Long facility with free shuttle.
Metro Line 3 runs from the airport to central Xiamen and Xiamen North Station (high-speed rail hub) in 30–40 minutes for CNY 6–8. Taxis and DiDi are available outside arrivals; fares to the city centre are CNY 40–70. Airport buses serve multiple city destinations and the Wuyuan Bay ferry terminal for CNY 20.
Xiamen North Station connects via high-speed rail to Fuzhou, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Shanghai. The Gulangyu Island ferry is accessible from the city waterfront via taxi or bus from the airport. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall.
Subtropical maritime climate. Summers (June–September) are hot and humid at 28–34°C, with the southwest monsoon bringing heavy rainfall and typhoon risk from June through October. Typhoons can close the airport entirely and are the primary operational risk. September is statistically the peak risk month for direct hits.
Winters (December–February) are mild and relatively dry at 12–18°C, among the most pleasant winter climates of any Chinese city. Spring (March–May) is warm but rainy and foggy. Flying conditions are generally excellent outside the typhoon and monsoon season.
BRU–XMN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Beijing Capital, Shanghai Pudong and Hong Kong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Amsterdam (AMS).