Xiamen to Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City (XMN–CEB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Xiamen to Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
13 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between XMN and CEB, connecting options are available through 13 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for XMN to CEB.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
13
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~25h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
665
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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.

Other ways to reach Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City from Xiamen

Nearby airports with service to Mactan Cebu International Airport.
Metric XMN→CEB JJN→CEB
Distance from XMN 34 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 2
Airports within 200 miles of XMN with service to Mactan Cebu International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City is 0 hours the same as Xiamen.
XMN: CST · CEB: PST

When it's 6:00 PM in Xiamen, it's 6:00 PM in Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders can enter the Philippines visa-free for up to 14 days when arriving through Manila or Cebu airports, under a programme running from January 2026 through January 2027. The stay is non-extendable. Outside this programme, a Philippine eVisa (single entry, 14 days, US $25) or embassy visa is required. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry, and a return or onward ticket is required.

Getting to XMN

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.

XMN–CEB Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Xiamen to Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City route.
Route details
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections13 hubs
Origin: XMN
IATA / ICAOXMN / ZSAM
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr28.0M
Elevation59 ft / 18 m
Destination: CEB
IATA / ICAOCEB / RPVM
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Passengers/yr11.3M
Elevation31 ft / 9 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about XMN to CEB flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through KIX, CRK, ICN, HAN, SGN, HKG, MNL, PVG, DOH, SIN, KUL, TPE and NRT. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include JJN. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via KIX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Quanzhou (JJN).