Xiamen to Ho Chi Minh City (XMN–SGN) — 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–SGN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Xiamen Air leads the route. The flight covers 1,211 miles in approximately 3h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MF Xiamen Air Also: VN | 16 | 738 | 2h50-3h10 | – | – | VN |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Ho Chi Minh City from Xiamen
| Metric | XMN→SGN | RMQ→SGN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from XMN | – | 158 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 30 | 21 |
| Flight time | 3h 5m | 3h 20m |
Travel Essentials
XMN: CST · SGN: +07
When it's 6:00 PM in Xiamen, it's 5:00 PM in Ho Chi Minh City.
Chinese passport holders require a visa for Vietnam. An eVisa can be obtained online through the official portal (evisa.gov.vn) for stays of up to 90 days, with single entry (US $25) or multiple entry (US $50) options. Processing takes 3 to 7 business days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the arrival date with at least two blank pages. Visa on arrival is available but the eVisa is the standard route for most travellers.
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–SGN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from XMN to SGN
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) are connected by nonstop service from Xiamen Air. With 30 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
XMN to SGN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from XMN to SGN is about 3 hours 5 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,211 miles (1,949 km). There are approximately 30 weekly flights outbound and 30 return, totaling 60 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Guangzhou Baiyun, Kaohsiung and Noi Bai. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Taichung (Qingshui) (RMQ).