Xiamen to Seoul (XMN–ICN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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XMN–ICN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Korean Air and Xiamen Air lead the route. The flight covers 1,019 miles in approximately 3h 16m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KE Korean Air | 14 | 738, 73J | 3h-3h25 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| MF Xiamen Air | 14 | 738, 73J | 3h06-3h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Seoul from Xiamen
| Metric | XMN→ICN | FOC→ICN | RMQ→ICN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from XMN | – | 136 mi | 158 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 22 | 21 |
| Flight time | 3h 16m | 2h 30m | 2h 35m |
Travel Essentials
XMN: CST · ICN: KST
When it's 6:00 PM in Xiamen, it's 7:00 PM in Seoul.
Chinese passport holders generally require a visa to enter South Korea. A temporary visa-free program (September 2025 to June 2026) allows entry for up to 15 days, but only for organized tour groups of 3 or more booked through accredited agencies. Individual travelers must apply for a visa at a South Korean embassy or consulate. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months.
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.
AREX Direct Train to Seoul Station (43 min, ₩11,000) is a reserved-seat express. The All-Stop train serves Hongik University, City Hall, and other inner-city stations (66 min, ₩4,550). T2 passengers board at a dedicated T2 stop before T1; don't exit early. City Check-in at Seoul Station allows bag drop and boarding pass printing before the train for select airlines.Limousine buses serve major hotel zones and neighborhoods (₩16,000–18,000). Taxis from ICN to central Seoul cost ₩65,000–90,000; use only official orange (general) or black (deluxe) cabs from the designated stands. KakaoTaxi (ride-hail) operates from the airport.
Humid continental climate. Winters are cold and dry (−8 to 2°C, December–February) with occasional snow and wind chill. ICN handles snow well, though heavy falls delay operations. Summer monsoon (Changma) runs late June through July with heavy continuous rain. Typhoons can affect operations August–September with short notice.
Spring brings Yellow Dust (hwangsa) from China. Fine particulate storms reduce visibility and occasionally disrupt flights in March–April. Autumn (October–November) is the best flying season: clear skies, low humidity, 8–18°C. Pack layers for spring and fall. Summer is hot and humid (25–32°C).
XMN–ICN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from XMN to ICN
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) are connected by nonstop service from Korean Air and Xiamen Air. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
XMN to ICN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from XMN to ICN is about 3 hours 16 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,019 miles (1,640 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 56 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hangzhou Xiaoshan, Yantai Penglai and Qingdao Jiaodong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Fuzhou (Changle) (FOC) and Taichung (Qingshui) (RMQ).