Xiamen to Shenzhen (XMN–SZX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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XMN–SZX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Xiamen Air and China Eastern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 304 miles in approximately 2h 33m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MF Xiamen Air | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shenzhen from Xiamen
| Metric | XMN→SZX | SWA→SZX | FOC→SZX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from XMN | – | 123 mi | 136 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | – | – |
| Flight time | 2h 33m | 0h 49m | 1h 50m |
Travel Essentials
XMN: CST · SZX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Xiamen, it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen.
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.
Metro Line 11 (Airport Express) connects to Futian station (30 min, ¥20) and Luohu (45 min, ¥28); from Futian you can cross to Hong Kong via the Futian/Lok Ma Chau checkpoint. Trains run 6am to midnight.Taxis to the city centre cost ¥60–100. Ferries to Hong Kong run from the adjacent Fuyong Ferry Terminal (45 min, HK$300–350); a convenient alternative to land crossings. Car rentals are limited; private car hire with driver is common for business travel.
Subtropical monsoon climate. Summers (May–September) are hot and very humid (28–34°C) with heavy monsoon rainfall and frequent typhoons. Typhoon season peaks July through September and can close the airport for 12–24 hours. Thunderstorms cause delays throughout the wet season.
Winters are mild and mostly dry (10–20°C). Spring brings persistent fog and drizzle (February–April) that can disrupt morning departures. October and November are the most pleasant months.
XMN–SZX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from XMN to SZX
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) are connected by nonstop service from Xiamen Air and China Eastern Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
XMN to SZX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from XMN to SZX is about 2 hours 33 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 304 miles (489 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Haikou Meilan, Hangzhou Xiaoshan and Hefei Xinqiao. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Jieyang (Rongcheng) (SWA) and Fuzhou (Changle) (FOC).