Travelling from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Xiamen (the location of Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport) and Chengdu are in the same timezone — UTC+8.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from XMN to Chengdu. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You can book a direct flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu. Begin your trip at XMN and land at Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
These are some of the well-known carriers offering direct flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu:
For a flight within China, you won't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to show another kind of identification, like a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu, make sure your ID is up to date.
To get to XMN from central Xiamen, it takes about 21 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to XMN:
How to find the cheapest flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Chengdu
ر.ق. 327 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 762. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from XMN to Chengdu, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for your ticket from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu.
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Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu is around 1 hour and 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 72 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TFU instead:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
The centre of Chengdu is about 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). Once your flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 31 minutes.
You'll find some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near CTU. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from XMN to Chengdu at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Chengdu
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Chengdu, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap flights from XMN to Chengdu sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chengdu
Start your Chengdu trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu, check out our range of hotels including:
Jinli Ancient Street and Wuhou Shrine are just two of the big attractions to add to your Chengdu travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Sichuan Opera Troupe.
Complete your Chengdu trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Chengdu and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare rates in one go to find your perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Chengdu.
