Xiamen to Amsterdam (XMN–AMS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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XMN–AMS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Xiamen Air leads the route. The flight covers 5,790 miles in approximately 12h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MF Xiamen Air | 7 | 789 | 12h20 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
XMN: CST · AMS: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Xiamen, it's 12:00 PM in Amsterdam.
Chinese passport holders require a Schengen visa to enter the Netherlands. The visa allows stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period and must be applied for at the Dutch embassy or a VFS Global centre in China. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen zone with at least two blank pages. ETIAS pre-travel authorization will be required once the EU system launches, but it will not replace the visa requirement for Chinese nationals.
Xiamen Metro Line 3 connects the airport to the city centre and Xiamen North Railway Station in 30–40 minutes for CNY 6–8. Airport shuttle buses also serve the ferry terminal and major hotels for CNY 20. The airport is on Xiamen Island, about 12 km from the city centre.DiDi and taxis from downtown cost CNY 40–70 depending on traffic and origin. Driving via Huli Avenue to the airport takes 20–35 minutes. Note that Xiamen Island has limited road capacity on key arteries; evening peak hours can add significant time.
Trains depart directly from inside the terminal (Schiphol Plaza) to Amsterdam Centraal every 10–15 minutes (15 min, €5.70). Direct intercity trains also serve Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, and Eindhoven without requiring transfers. NS Hispeed connects to Brussels (1h 50m) and Paris CDG (3h 20m).
Taxis use a meter; Amsterdam Centraal costs €35–50. Ride-hail apps (Uber, Bolt) are cheaper at €25–40. Car rental agencies are at the terminal. Bus 397 to Leidseplein is the budget option (€5.50).
Temperate maritime climate, mild and frequently overcast year-round. Winters are cold (0–7°C) with regular rain and occasional snow or freezing fog. AMS handles de-icing efficiently but heavy snowfall (rare) causes cascading delays across the network. Fog is the primary winter disruption risk, particularly November through February.
Summers are warm (17–24°C) with long days and moderate rain. Thunderstorms in July–August cause brief but sharp delays. Strong crosswinds from the North Sea affect small aircraft year-round. Pack a waterproof layer regardless of season.
XMN–AMS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from XMN to AMS
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) are connected by nonstop service from Xiamen Air. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
XMN to AMS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from XMN to AMS is about 12 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,790 miles (9,317 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Shanghai Pudong, Guangzhou Baiyun and Charles de Gaulle. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.