Flying from Vancouver to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN): What you need to know
You can choose from a variety of airports when planning your flight from Vancouver to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN). Check out your options for taking off from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Hop on a direct Vancouver to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 13 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Xiamen is UTC+8, which is 15 hours ahead of Vancouver. Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport is located in Xiamen.
You can choose from 2 direct flights a week between Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN). This is the busiest route, with Xiamen Airlines offering a 12:40am departure from YVR to XMN.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Vancouver to XMN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's wise to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Vancouver to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) can be booked from this terminal.
You'll find a direct flight from Vancouver to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport with Xiamen Airlines. This popular airline offers services from YVR.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with Xiamen Airlines from YVR to XMN.
Among carriers operating on this route, Xiamen Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
YVR is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
You can get to CXH from the centre of Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to XMN flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From the centre of Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so on public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Abbotsford Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Vancouver to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport flight:
Flights that leave from YXX land at their destination within the expected time frame 67.97% of the time.
About Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Have a late flight from Vancouver to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near XMN and shut your eyes sooner:
The street address for XMN is 117 Xiangyun 1st Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
R 6,250 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport. Return flights start at R 10,971. These fares may change depending on demand.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN). Visit Xiamen in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Vancouver to XMN plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Xiamen to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Xiamen
Start your Xiamen trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Gulangyu Island, Gulangyu-Wanshi Mountain National Key Scenic Area and Gulangshi are top attractions which should feature on any good Xiamen itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've visited Xiamen, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Journey around 193 kilometres south-west to Shantou to check off its leading sights. From Shantou Old Town to Beishan Bay and Longhu Beach Tourist Resort, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another side of China, head for Fuzhou, about 209 kilometres north-east of Xiamen. Sanfang Qixiang, Zhenhai Tower and Hot Spring Park are the start of reasons to visit.