Travelling from Bangkok to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Bangkok. Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Bangkok to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) departing from here.
The average length of a direct Bangkok to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport flight is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport is located in Xiamen. The city operates on the UTC+8 timezone and is one hour ahead of Bangkok.
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) is the most popular route. There are 21 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Xiamen Airlines at 5:40pm. Go for the first BKK to XMN departure operated by Xiamen Airlines at 1:45am if you'd rather get a move on.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Bangkok to XMN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Get to your destination in one go from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK). Nonstop flights from Bangkok to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) can be booked from here.
When jetting out of BKK, you can take a direct flight from Bangkok to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport with Xiamen Airlines.
Xiamen Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from BKK to XMN.
Xiamen Airlines is the most punctual carrier. A dependable 84.18% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Bangkok to XMN leaving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
BKK is about 31 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bangkok to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport:
When it comes to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Bangkok to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport. Check out these connections between Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and XMN:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Macau International Airport (MFM)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in about 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Bangkok to XMN flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport:
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance of 60%. This figure shows how often flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bangkok to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near XMN instead:
The address for XMN is 117 Xiangyun 1st Rd.
Getting from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to central Xiamen
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to central Xiamen is about 8 kilometres. If you're taking a taxi or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
115 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport. A return flight starts from 236 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Bangkok to XMN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Bangkok to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Bangkok to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN). February is the busiest month to visit Xiamen. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in December.
Before locking in your Bangkok to XMN plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Xiamen, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport in January when temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Xiamen
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Xiamen right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Bangkok to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Xiamen University, Gulangyu Island and Gulangyu-Wanshi Mountain National Key Scenic Area are attractions you won't want to skip in Xiamen.
Explore more of China
Xiamen has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of China you should also see. Around 193 kilometres southwest of Xiamen, a trip to Shantou will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Beishan Bay, Longhu Beach Tourist Resort and Lveniaowei Mountain.
Around 209 kilometres northeast of Xiamen, Fuzhou is another essential stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at West Lake Park, Zhenhai Tower and Lianhuashan Scenic Area.