Xiamen to Doha (XMN–DOH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
XMN–DOH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Xiamen Air leads the route. The flight covers 4,123 miles in approximately 9h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 27 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MF Xiamen Air | 3 | 788 | 9h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
XMN: CST · DOH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Xiamen, it's 1:00 PM in Doha.
Chinese passport holders enter Qatar visa-free for up to 30 days, with a one-time extension of 30 additional days available. No advance authorization is required. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A return ticket and proof of accommodation may be requested at the border.
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.
Doha Metro Gold Line departs from inside the terminal to the city centre (15–20 min, QAR 3–6). Msheireb station is the interchange for connecting to the Red and Green lines. First train is at 6am; late-night arrivals will need a taxi or ride-hail. Karwa taxis are available at the arrivals area; West Bay costs QAR 30–50.Careem and Uber are the most cost-effective options. Hamad International has no separate rental car facility visible from arrivals; rental desks are landside. The airport is 15 km from central Doha with good road access via the Corniche and Lusail Expressway.
Desert climate, similar to Dubai. Summers (June–September) are intensely hot (37–45°C) with very high humidity. Ground operations slow but flights rarely cancel for heat alone. Dust haze is persistent and occasionally reduces visibility below instrument minimums. Winter (November–March) is pleasant at 15–26°C and represents Qatar Airways' peak operational period.
Rain is rare, fewer than 10 rainy days per year, but the drainage infrastructure means even light rain causes road flooding. Occasional dust storms (shamal) reduce visibility and can ground departures for hours. Spring (March–May) is the most dust-prone season.
XMN–DOH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from XMN to DOH
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) and Hamad International Airport (DOH) are connected by nonstop service from Xiamen Air. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
XMN to DOH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from XMN to DOH ranges from 9 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,123 miles (6,634 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
27 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 16 hours via MLE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.