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Flight deals from Melbourne Tullamarine to Xiamen

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Xiamen.R 4,786 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Oct.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,786, select.
Xiamen.R 4,933 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,933, select.
Xiamen.R 4,980 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,980, select.
Xiamen.R 5,357 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,357, select.
Xiamen.R 5,358 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,358, select.
Xiamen.R 5,429 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,429, select.
Xiamen.R 7,789 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Apr.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 9 Apr, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,789, select.
Xiamen.R 8,141 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Dec.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,141, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Xiamen

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Tullamarine to Xiamen flights are currently cheapest in October.
Aug
from R 5,358
Sep
from R 5,357
Oct
from R 4,786
Nov
from R 5,429
Dec
from R 8,141
Jan
from R 4,933
Feb
from R 4,980
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Apr
from R 7,789
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Jun
from R 8,540
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Direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Xiamen

Melbourne Tullamarine to Xiamen: Alternative routes

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Melbourne to Xiamen: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,786
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time9 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineXiamen Airlines
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Xiamen: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Xiamen is R 8,045. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
9 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne Tullamarine to Xiamen.
Xiamen Airlines flies direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Xiamen.
As of August 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Xiamen.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Xiamen is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Xiamen Airport on Friday, 5 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 20 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Xiamen but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Xiamen is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air China and Xiamen Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Xiamen.

Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN): what you need to know

  • Around 9 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport.

  • Xiamen is three hours behind Melbourne and follows the UTC+8 timezone.

  • You can choose from nine weekly Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport flights. The 11:35 departure with Xiamen Airlines is the earliest flight available. Xiamen Airlines operates the last service of the day at 12:35.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your MEL to XMN flight.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Travelling to Xiamen (and then seeing more of China!) is a snap with Xiamen Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Xiamen Airlines.

  • Among carriers operating MEL to XMN flights, Xiamen Airlines has the best record for on-time arrivals.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MEL and XMN:

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

    • Hong Kong International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport flight is R 4,756. A round-trip ticket is currently R 8,045. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Get cheap tickets from MEL to XMN by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from MEL to XMN by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near MEL. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near XMN instead:

  • Grab a Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport rental car and discover parts of Xiamen that aren't on a typical itinerary. Browse the options available from Hertz.

  • Book your vehicle from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport several weeks in advance to get the best possible rate. If you're planning to travel during peak season, you may want to book even earlier.

Getting from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to central Xiamen

  • The address for XMN is 117 Xiangyun 1st Rd.

  • From Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport, Xiamen is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.

When to fly to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport is April, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Xiamen based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Book your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport for August if you want to go to Xiamen during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MEL to XMN sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of China

  • Xiamen has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres south-west of Xiamen, a trip to Shenzhen will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning.

  • If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in China, consider Dongguan, roughly 467 kilometres west of Xiamen. 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画 are key reasons to visit.

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