Xiamen to New York (XMN–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
SFO San Francisco 18h 9m UA AAAFAM San Francisco (SFO) to New York flights
ORD Chicago 18h 9m UA AAASAT Chicago (ORD) to New York flights
PVG Shanghai (Pudong) 18h 10m 9CAYCA MU Shanghai (Pudong) (PVG) to New York flights
PEK Beijing 18h 28m CAHULH CA Beijing (PEK) to New York flights
CAN Guangzhou (Huadu) 18h 38m 3UCZMF CZ Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN) to New York flights
LAX Los Angeles 18h 40m MFUA AAAFAM Los Angeles (LAX) to New York flights
ICN Seoul 19h 8m KEMF CMKEOZ Seoul (ICN) to New York flights
MNL Manila (Pasay) 19h 40m MFPR IBPR Manila (Pasay) (MNL) to New York flights
TPE Taoyuan 19h 52m AEBRCI AVBRCI Taoyuan (TPE) to New York flights
HKG Hong Kong 20h 18m CX CXLAMH Hong Kong (HKG) to New York flights
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Xiamen to New York
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-12h behind

While no nonstop service exists between XMN and JFK, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for XMN to JFK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
17
Hubs
~18h
Fastest
~39h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,313
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
XMN → JFK
76%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
76%
Return
JFK → XMN
31%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
31%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. JFK delays →

Other ways to reach New York from Xiamen

Nearby airports with service to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Metric XMN→JFK FOC→JFK
Distance from XMN 136 mi
Nonstop airlines 1
Weekly flights 2
Airports within 200 miles of XMN with service to John F. Kennedy International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-12h
New York is 12 hours behind Xiamen.
XMN: CST · JFK: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Xiamen, it's 6:00 AM in New York.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders require a B1/B2 visa for tourism or business travel to the United States. The visa is typically issued for 10 years with multiple entries, allowing stays of up to 180 days per visit. An in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate is required, and the application fee is US $185. Holders of 10-year B visas must also enroll in EVUS (Electronic Visa Update System) every two years before travel.

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.

Getting from JFK

AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.

New York Climate

Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.

Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.

XMN–JFK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Xiamen to New York route.
Route details
Time difference-12 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: XMN
IATA / ICAOXMN / ZSAM
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr28.0M
Elevation59 ft / 18 m
Destination: JFK
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr62.9M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about XMN to JFK flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include San Francisco, Chicago O'Hare and Shanghai Pudong.
New York is 12 hours behind Xiamen.
Nearby alternatives include FOC. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via San Francisco, Chicago O'Hare and Shanghai Pudong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Fuzhou (Changle) (FOC).