Xiamen to Hong Kong (XMN–HKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
No flights match your filters.
No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
XMN–HKG is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 308 miles in approximately 1h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX Cathay Pacific | 15 | 74N, 773 | 1h20-1h45 | – | Oneworld | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 2 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
| UA United Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Hong Kong from Xiamen
| Metric | XMN→HKG | JJN→HKG | FOC→HKG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from XMN | – | 34 mi | 136 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 15 | – | 16 |
| Flight time | 1h 45m | 1h 50m | 1h 47m |
Travel Essentials
XMN: CST · HKG: HKT
When it's 6:00 PM in Xiamen, it's 6:00 PM in Hong Kong.
Mainland Chinese citizens do not use a passport to enter Hong Kong. Travel requires an Exit-Entry Permit (往来港澳通行证) with a valid endorsement issued by the mainland public security bureau. Individual visit endorsements (G type) allow stays of up to 7 days per entry. Endorsement validity and number of permitted journeys vary by city of residence and endorsement category.
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.
Airport Express runs to Hong Kong Station (Central) in 24 minutes for HK$115, departing every 10 minutes from 5:54am to 1:02am. Octopus card discounts apply. Passengers can check bags in at the airport and retrieve them at Hong Kong or Kowloon Station.Taxis to Kowloon cost HK$250–350; to Hong Kong Island, HK$350–450. Ferry services connect to Macau (1 hr, HK$175–220) and Guangzhou/Shenzhen. The Ferry Terminal is in the airport building; no need to leave the terminal. Buses are slower but serve districts not near the MTR.
Subtropical monsoon climate. Typhoon season (June–October) is the primary disruption risk. The airport operates a T1/T3/T8 signal system and closes for Category T8 or above. Typhoons can arrive with 24–48 hours warning and typically pass in 12–24 hours. Check signals before departure during this window.
Winters are mild and mostly dry (12–20°C), ideal for flying. Spring brings fog and low cloud (March–April) that reduces runway visibility. Summer heat and humidity (30–34°C) are moderated at the airport by its coastal location on Lantau Island.
XMN–HKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from XMN to HKG
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) and Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) are connected by nonstop service from Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines and United Airlines. With 15 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
XMN to HKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from XMN to HKG is about 1 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 308 miles (496 km). There are approximately 15 weekly flights outbound and 16 return, totaling 31 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Fuzhou Changle, Guangzhou Baiyun and Changsha Huanghua. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Quanzhou (JJN), Fuzhou (Changle) (FOC) and Taichung (Qingshui) (RMQ).