Manila (Pasay) to Xiamen (MNL–XMN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
✈ Nonstop
MF8998
MF Xiamen
738
3:05 AM
PST
5:25 AM
CST
2h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices
PR334
PR Philippine
321
7:35 AM
PST T1
10:00 AM
CST
2h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MF828
MF Xiamen
738
12:00 PM
PST T1
2:20 PM
CST
2h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices
PR330+1
PR Philippine
321
1:50 PM
PST TT1
4:25 PM
CST
2h 35m
M T W T F S S
Prices
PR3230cs
PR Philippine
738
9:00 PM
PST T1
11:30 PM
CST
2h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MF820+1
MF Xiamen
738
9:15 PM
PST T1
11:35 PM
CST
2h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MF8997
MF Xiamen
738
2:00 AM
CST TT3
4:20 AM
PST
2h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MF827
MF Xiamen
738
8:10 AM
CST TT3
10:50 AM
PST
2h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
PR335
PR Philippine
321
11:05 AM
CST TT3
2:05 PM
PST
3h
M T W T F S S
Prices
PR3231cs
PR Philippine
738
5:20 PM
CST TT3
7:45 PM
PST
2h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MF819+1
MF Xiamen
738
5:20 PM
CST TT3
7:45 PM
PST
2h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices
PR331+1
PR Philippine
321
5:25 PM
CST TT3
8:20 PM
PST
2h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Manila (Pasay) to Xiamen
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
30 Flights/wk 718 mi 2h 20m nonstop 30 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MNL and XMN, connecting options are available through 30 hubs.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MNL to XMN direction.
Mon
4
flights
Tue
4
flights
Wed
4
flights
Thu
5
flights
Fri
4
flights
Sat
5
flights
Sun
4
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
6
Nonstop flights
30
Outbound / wk
30
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MNL to XMN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
30
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~47h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,500
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Xiamen is 0 hours the same as Manila (Pasay).
MNL: PST · XMN: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Manila (Pasay), it's 6:00 PM in Xiamen.
Distance & Flight Time
718 mi / 1,156 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 20m to 2h 35m.
Getting to MNL

No rail service currently connects the airport to Manila; the upcoming Metro Rail Transit extension is under construction. A metered taxi or ride-share is the most reliable option; Grab from Makati or BGC costs ₱200–400 but traffic can extend travel time to 60–90 minutes during peak hours.Airport-accredited yellow taxis are available at the metered taxi queue outside each terminal; flag fall ₱70. The NAIA Expressway toll road (₱110–165) significantly cuts travel time from the south. Budget 2–3 hours from the northern suburbs during rush hour.

Getting from XMN

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.

Xiamen Climate

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.

MNL–XMN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Manila (Pasay) to Xiamen route.
Route details
Distance718 mi / 1,156 km
Flight time2h 20m to 2h 35m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights30 out / 30 return
1-stop connections30 hubs
Origin: MNL
IATA / ICAOMNL / RPLL
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Passengers/yr50.3M
Elevation75 ft / 23 m
Destination: XMN
IATA / ICAOXMN / ZSAM
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr28.0M
Elevation59 ft / 18 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MNL to XMN flights.
Nonstop flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport take approximately 2h 20m to 2h 35m. The route covers 718 miles.
There are approximately 30 nonstop flights per week from MNL to XMN. The return direction has about 30 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through NNG, PUS, KIX, CKG, KHH, SGN, TFU, ICN, HKG, CAN, PEK, HAN, PVG, TPE, BKK, FAI, SYD, KUL, SIN, HNL, CGK, MFM, DPS, MEL, DOH, NRT, CDG, LAX, YVR and SFO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from XMN to MNL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from MNL to XMN

Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) and Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MNL to XMN Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MNL to XMN ranges from 2 hours 20 minutes to 2 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 718 miles (1,156 km). There are approximately 30 weekly flights outbound and 30 return, totaling 60 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

30 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via NNG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.