Direct (nonstop) flights from Nanjing to Xiamen

5 airlines fly nonstop from Lu Kou Airport (NKG) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN). It's 497 miles (800 km), about 1h 55m in the air. Operated by Juneyao Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines and others.

NKG
Lu Kou Airport
🇨🇳 Nanjing, China
XMN
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport
🇨🇳 Xiamen, China
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
497 mi
800 km
CO₂/pax
92 kg
−33 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Juneyao Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines Xiamen Airlines Xiamen Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Shandong Airlines Shandong Airlines Shenzhen Airlines Shenzhen Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
NKG → XMN
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
497 mi
Xiamen Airlines MF Xiamen Airlines
Route
NKG → XMN
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
497 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
NKG → XMN
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
497 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
NKG → XMN
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
497 mi
Shenzhen Airlines ZH Shenzhen Airlines
Route
NKG → XMN
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
497 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Nanjing to Xiamen with one stop · direct emits 92 kg CO₂ per passenger

NKG FOC (Fuzhou) XMN
Leg 1: 1h 30m (403 mi) Leg 2: 1h (135 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 125 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → FOC
1h 30m · 403 mi
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Leg 2
FOC → XMN
1h · 135 mi
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NKG PVG (Shanghai) XMN
Leg 1: 1h (178 mi) Leg 2: 2h 13m (506 mi) Total: ~3h 13m 🍃 152 kg CO₂ (+65% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → PVG
1h · 178 mi
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Leg 2
PVG → XMN
2h 13m · 506 mi
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NKG CSX (Changsha) XMN
Leg 1: 1h 45m (417 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (395 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+90% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → CSX
1h 45m · 417 mi
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Leg 2
CSX → XMN
1h 35m · 395 mi
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NKG HCZ (Chenzhou) XMN
Leg 1: 2h 10m (550 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (341 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 190 kg CO₂ (+107% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → HCZ
2h 10m · 550 mi
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Leg 2
HCZ → XMN
1h 10m · 341 mi
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NKG HNY (Hengyang) XMN
Leg 1: 2h (511 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (375 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 189 kg CO₂ (+105% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → HNY
2h · 511 mi
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Leg 2
HNY → XMN
1h 40m · 375 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Nanjing to Xiamen?

A nonstop flight from Nanjing (NKG) to Xiamen (XMN) takes approximately 1 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 497 miles (800 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Nanjing to Xiamen?

5 airlines: Juneyao Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Nanjing to Xiamen?

Yes. 5 airlines: Juneyao Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

How far is Nanjing from Xiamen?

The flight distance from Nanjing to Xiamen is 497 miles (800 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Nanjing to Xiamen?

At 1h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Nanjing to Xiamen?

Roughly 92 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 460 km.

Is the return flight from Xiamen to Nanjing also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nanjing to Xiamen?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Lu Kou Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.