Xiamen to Singapore (XMN–SIN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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–SIN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Xiamen Air and Singapore Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,860 miles in approximately 4h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MF Xiamen Air Also: GA, MU | 21 | 32Q, 738 | 4h11-4h20 | – | – | GA, MU |
| SQ Singapore Airlines Also: VA | 7 | 7M8 | 3h54 | – | – | VA |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Singapore from Xiamen
| Metric | XMN→SIN | JJN→SIN | SWA→SIN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from XMN | – | 34 mi | 123 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 63 | 7 | 6 |
| Flight time | 4h 20m | 4h 25m | 3h 45m |
Travel Essentials
XMN: CST · SIN: +08
When it's 6:00 PM in Xiamen, it's 6:00 PM in Singapore.
Chinese passport holders enter Singapore visa-free for up to 30 days under a mutual exemption agreement effective since February 2024. An SG Arrival Card must be submitted online within 3 days before arrival. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry. Proof of onward travel and sufficient funds may be requested at immigration.
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.
MRT from T1/T2/T3 to City Hall takes about 30 minutes (S$2.20–2.50 with EZ-Link card). Trains run from 5:31am to midnight. For Terminal 4, take the free inter-terminal shuttle bus to T2 first.
Taxis from arrivals cost S$20–35 to Orchard or Marina Bay, including airport surcharge (S$5) and possible peak surcharges. Grab is cheaper and very reliable in Singapore. Coach buses serve Johor Bahru (Malaysia) from the airport.
Equatorial climate with no true seasons, hot (26–33°C) and humid year-round. Changi is one of the most reliable airports in Asia for flight operations: thunderstorm cells are intense but brief, typically clearing within 1–2 hours. Most delays are weather-related and short.
Northeast monsoon (November–January) brings the most consistent rain, sometimes for days at a time. Haze from Indonesian forest fires (typically August–October) occasionally reduces visibility and triggers air quality warnings, but rarely grounds flights. Changi's operational efficiency means it handles weather disruptions better than most airports its size.
XMN–SIN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from XMN to SIN
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) and Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) are connected by nonstop service from Xiamen Air and Singapore Airlines. With 63 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
XMN to SIN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from XMN to SIN is about 4 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,860 miles (2,993 km). There are approximately 63 weekly flights outbound and 63 return, totaling 126 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Tan Son Nhat, Haikou Meilan and Guangzhou Baiyun. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Quanzhou (JJN), Jieyang (Rongcheng) (SWA) and Fuzhou (Changle) (FOC).