Xiamen to Chicago (XMN–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Xiamen to Chicago
1 carrier, 1 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 1 Flights/wk 7,549 mi 14h 31m nonstop -13h behind 19 1-stop hubs

XMN–ORD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 7,549 miles in approximately 14h 31m. Beyond nonstop, 19 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop XMN–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 1 Star Alliance
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (1 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for XMN to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
19
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~45h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,041
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.

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 14h 31m.
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 time14h 31m
Time difference-13 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections19 hubs
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 approximately 14h 31m. The route covers 7,549 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from XMN to ORD. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CAN, PKX, ANC, FAI, KIX, HNL, TPE, CDG, DOH, PVG, LAX, YVR, SFO, HKG, NRT, CGO, ICN, AMS and SIN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
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) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

XMN to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from XMN to ORD ranges from 14 hours 31 minutes. The route covers a distance of 7,549 miles (12,149 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via CAN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.