Travelling from Nanking / Nanjing Airport (NKG) to Xiamen Airport (XMN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Xiamen Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.
Xiamen's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Nanjing.
Each week, there are 55 Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Xiamen Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your NKG to XMN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
A good range of airlines operate direct flights from Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Xiamen Airport. Fly nonstop to Xiamen with these top carriers and experience this incredible part of China:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Xiamen Airlines on this route.
Juneyao Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for NKG to XMN flights, with 95.45% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Xiamen Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between NKG and XMN:
Guangzhou Airport
Changsha Airport
Macau Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanking / Nanjing Airport (NKG) to Xiamen Airport (XMN)
At the moment, 55 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Xiamen Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 124 €. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from NKG to XMN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Xiamen Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Nanking / Nanjing Airport (NKG)
NKG is located at Yingbin Rd.
86% of flights departing from Nanking / Nanjing Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of NKG.
To reach Nanking / Nanjing Airport from central Nanjing, it'll take around 45 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Xiamen Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near NKG:
Arriving at Xiamen Airport (XMN)
If you're landing on a late Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Xiamen Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near XMN:
Pick up a Xiamen Airport rental car and discover parts of Xiamen that aren't on a typical itinerary. Find your ideal set of wheels with Hertz.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Xiamen Airport several weeks in advance. Prices typically go up as your departure date approaches.
Getting from Xiamen Airport (XMN) to central Xiamen
You'll find XMN at 117 Xiangyun 1st Rd.
From Xiamen Airport, Xiamen is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Xiamen Airport (XMN)
August is the most popular month for flights from Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Xiamen Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Xiamen in March.
The warmest month in Xiamen is July, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Xiamen Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NKG to XMN in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of China
You've seen Xiamen, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey around 467 kilometres south-west to Shenzhen to tick off its leading attractions. From Huangshan Mountain to The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Dongguan is another essential stop in China and is around 467 kilometres west of Xiamen. No trip is complete without experiencing Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park.
