Xiamen to Chicago (XMN–ORD) — 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 8 hubs
NRT Narita 16h 43m JLMFNH JLMHNH Narita (NRT) to Chicago flights
LAX Los Angeles 19h 25m MF AAACAY Los Angeles (LAX) to Chicago flights
YVR Vancouver 20h 13m MF AAACAY Vancouver (YVR) to Chicago flights
TPE Taoyuan 21h 41m AECIMF BRCMTG Taoyuan (TPE) to Chicago flights
AMS Amsterdam 23h 11m MF ACAFKL Amsterdam (AMS) to Chicago flights
CDG Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) 26h 5m MF AAACAF Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) (CDG) to Chicago flights
HKG Hong Kong 26h 39m CX CVCX Hong Kong (HKG) to Chicago flights
ICN Seoul 32h 48m KEMF KE Seoul (ICN) to Chicago flights
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Xiamen to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 7,549 mi 15h 25m nonstop -13h behind

XMN–ORD had nonstop service from United Airlines, last on the schedule in July 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 7,549 miles in 15h 25m.

Airline Landscape

Carriers that operated nonstop XMN–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 2 Star Alliance
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (2 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for XMN to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
8
Hubs
~16h
Fastest
~32h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
878
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 → ORD
87%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
87%
Return
ORD → XMN
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
72%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-13h
Chicago is 13 hours behind Xiamen.
XMN: CST · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Xiamen, it's 5:00 AM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
7,549 mi / 12,149 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 15h 25m gate to gate.
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 ORD

CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.

Chicago Climate

Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.

Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.

XMN–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Xiamen to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance7,549 mi / 12,149 km
Flight time15h 25m
Time difference-13 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: XMN
IATA / ICAOXMN / ZSAM
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr28.0M
Elevation59 ft / 18 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about XMN to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take about 15h 25m gate to gate. The route covers 7,549 miles.
1 airline operated the nonstop from XMN to ORD: United Airlines. The last scheduled nonstop was in July 2026. There's no nonstop right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. See the connection options above, ranked by layover.
Not right now. The last scheduled nonstop was in July 2026. You can still fly it with one stop, and the connecting options above are sorted by layover. Nonstop, the hop took about 15h 25m.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Narita, Los Angeles and Vancouver.
Chicago is 13 hours behind Xiamen.
Yes, return flights from ORD to XMN are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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.

Flights from XMN to ORD

Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) had nonstop service from United Airlines, last on the schedule in July 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.

XMN to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from XMN to ORD is about 15 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 7,549 miles (12,149 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Narita, Los Angeles and Vancouver. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.