Xiamen to Penang (XMN–PEN) — 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.
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–PEN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Xiamen Air leads the route. The flight covers 1,781 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MF Xiamen Air | 7 | 7M8 | 4h15 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
XMN: CST · PEN: +08
When it's 6:00 PM in Xiamen, it's 6:00 PM in Penang.
Chinese passport holders enter Malaysia visa-free for up to 30 days per visit under a bilateral agreement effective since July 2025. The cumulative stay must not exceed 90 days within any 180-day period. Permitted purposes include tourism, business, and family visits. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Employment and study still require a visa obtained in advance.
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.
XMN–PEN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from XMN to PEN
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) and Penang International Airport (PEN) are connected by nonstop service from Xiamen Air. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
XMN to PEN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from XMN to PEN is about 4 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,781 miles (2,866 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Singapore Changi, Tan Son Nhat and Kuala Lumpur. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.