Xiamen to Taoyuan (XMN–TPE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
XMN–TPE is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Mandarin Airlines, Xiamen Air and China Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 198 miles in approximately 1h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 36 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AE Mandarin Airlines | 14 | 32Q | 1h45 | – | – | – |
| MF Xiamen Air | 7 | 738 | 1h45 | – | – | – |
| CI China Airlines | 1 | 744 | 1h40 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Taoyuan from Xiamen
| Metric | XMN→TPE | FOC→TPE |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from XMN | – | 136 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 22 | 7 |
| Flight time | 1h 40m | 1h 40m |
Travel Essentials
XMN: CST · TPE: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Xiamen, it's 6:00 PM in Taoyuan.
Mainland China citizens do not use a passport to enter Taiwan. Travel requires an Exit-Entry Permit issued by mainland authorities and a Taiwan Entry Permit issued by Taiwan's National Immigration Agency. Individual tourism from the mainland has been suspended since August 2019 and remains closed. Mainland residents who hold permanent or temporary residency in Hong Kong, Macau, or a third country can apply for a Taiwan Entry Permit online and enter from outside the mainland.
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.
The Airport MRT express to Taipei Main Station departs every 15 minutes and takes 35 minutes (TWD $160). Taoyuan HSR station is also served, connecting onward to other Taiwanese cities. Licensed taxis queue at designated stands outside arrivals; metered fares to Taipei city centre run TWD $1,200–1,600. Uber operates with advance booking.
All major international rental car brands have desks in both terminals. Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are connected by a free shuttle bus; allow 15 minutes for inter-terminal transfers.
Subtropical climate. Summers (May–September) are hot and very humid at 30–35°C. This is also typhoon season, with storms capable of closing the airport entirely. Winters (December–February) are mild and rainy at 14–18°C. Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable conditions.
Typhoon risk peaks July through September. Storms can arrive within 24–48 hours and operations halt rapidly. Fog and low ceilings are common in winter and spring mornings.
XMN–TPE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from XMN to TPE
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) are connected by nonstop service from Mandarin Airlines, China Airlines and Xiamen Air. With 22 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
XMN to TPE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from XMN to TPE ranges from 1 hours 40 minutes to 1 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 198 miles (319 km). There are approximately 22 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 37 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
36 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via KIX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Fuzhou (Changle) (FOC).