Direct (nonstop) flights from Chengdu to Xiamen

6 airlines fly nonstop from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN). It's 929 miles (1,495 km), about 2h 40m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Air China and others.

TFU
Tianfu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
XMN
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport
🇨🇳 Xiamen, China
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
929 mi
1,495 km
CO₂/pax
172 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
6
Sichuan Airlines +5
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Lucky Air Lucky Air Air China Air China Xiamen Airlines Xiamen Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Shandong Airlines Shandong Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
TFU → XMN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
929 mi
Lucky Air 8L Lucky Air
Route
TFU → XMN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
929 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
TFU → XMN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
929 mi
Xiamen Airlines MF Xiamen Airlines
Route
TFU → XMN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
929 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
TFU → XMN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
929 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
TFU → XMN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
929 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chengdu to Xiamen with one stop · direct emits 172 kg CO₂ per passenger

TFU JGS (Ji'An) XMN
Leg 1: 1h 55m (669 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (265 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 198 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → JGS
1h 55m · 669 mi
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Leg 2
JGS → XMN
1h 10m · 265 mi
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TFU KWL (Guilin) XMN
Leg 1: 1h 45m (490 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (510 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 210 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → KWL
1h 45m · 490 mi
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Leg 2
KWL → XMN
1h 30m · 510 mi
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TFU HCZ (Chenzhou) XMN
Leg 1: 2h 5m (601 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (341 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 199 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → HCZ
2h 5m · 601 mi
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Leg 2
HCZ → XMN
1h 10m · 341 mi
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TFU KWE (Guiyang) XMN
Leg 1: 1h 20m (296 mi) Leg 2: 2h (721 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 213 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → KWE
1h 20m · 296 mi
View TFU to KWE flights →
Leg 2
KWE → XMN
2h · 721 mi
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TFU LZH (Liuzhou) XMN
Leg 1: 1h 40m (519 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (551 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → LZH
1h 40m · 519 mi
View TFU to LZH flights →
Leg 2
LZH → XMN
1h 40m · 551 mi
View LZH to XMN flights →

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XMN → TFU: Flights from Xiamen to Chengdu

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chengdu to Xiamen?

A nonstop flight from Chengdu (TFU) to Xiamen (XMN) takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 929 miles (1,495 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu to Xiamen?

6 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Air China, Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chengdu to Xiamen?

Yes. 6 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Air China, Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

How far is Chengdu from Xiamen?

The flight distance from Chengdu to Xiamen is 929 miles (1,495 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Chengdu to Xiamen?

At 2h 40m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 172 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 860 km.

Is the return flight from Xiamen to Chengdu 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 Chengdu 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 Tianfu International Airport for this flight?

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