Xiamen to Guangzhou (Huadu) (XMN–CAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
XMN–CAN is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines and Xiamen Air lead the route. The flight covers 315 miles in approximately 1h 13m. Beyond nonstop, 85 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 28 | 31N, 738, 7M8 | 1h13-1h45 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 21 | 320, 738, 7M8 | 1h35-1h45 | – | – | – |
| MF Xiamen Air | 14 | 738 | 1h30-1h35 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Guangzhou (Huadu) from Xiamen
| Metric | XMN→CAN | JJN→CAN | SWA→CAN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from XMN | – | 34 mi | 123 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 63 | 28 | 28 |
| Flight time | 1h 13m | 1h 35m | 1h 10m |
Travel Essentials
XMN: CST · CAN: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Xiamen, it's 6:00 PM in Guangzhou (Huadu).
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.
Metro Line 3 North Extension connects T1 and T2 to the city centre (30–40 min, ¥8–10). Trains run until around midnight. Airport shuttle buses serve Guangzhou East, Tianhe Coach Terminal, and other zones (¥26–36, 40–70 min).Taxis from the arrivals area use a meter; Guangzhou city centre costs ¥80–130 with highway tolls added. DiDi ride-hail is widely available and typically costs less. High-speed rail connections to Shenzhen, Hong Kong, and other Pearl River Delta cities are available from Guangzhou South station (metro transfer required).
Subtropical monsoon climate. Summers are long, hot, and extremely humid (28–35°C from May–September) with heavy rain and typhoon risk. Tropical storms regularly cause cancellations in July and August. Winters are mild and dry (8–18°C) with some fog in January–February that can delay departures.
Spring (March–April) is warm but wet with persistent drizzle. Autumn (October–November) is the most comfortable period with lower humidity and clear skies. Air quality varies. Pollution combined with humidity creates haze that occasionally reduces visibility.
XMN–CAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from XMN to CAN
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) and Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines, China Southern Airlines and Xiamen Air. With 63 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
XMN to CAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from XMN to CAN ranges from 1 hours 13 minutes to 1 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 315 miles (507 km). There are approximately 63 weekly flights outbound and 56 return, totaling 119 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
85 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via LZH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Quanzhou (JJN), Jieyang (Rongcheng) (SWA) and Fuzhou (Changle) (FOC).