Direct (nonstop) flights from Xiamen to Chengdu

6 airlines fly nonstop from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU). It's 929 miles (1,495 km), about 3h in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Air China and others.

XMN
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport
🇨🇳 Xiamen, China
TFU
Tianfu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
3h
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 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

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

Alternative Routes

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

XMN JGS (Ji'An) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 20m (265 mi) Leg 2: 2h (669 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 198 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XMN → JGS
1h 20m · 265 mi
View XMN to JGS flights →
Leg 2
JGS → TFU
2h · 669 mi
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XMN HCZ (Chenzhou) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 30m (341 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (601 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 199 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XMN → HCZ
1h 30m · 341 mi
View XMN to HCZ flights →
Leg 2
HCZ → TFU
1h 55m · 601 mi
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XMN KWL (Guilin) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 50m (510 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (490 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 210 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XMN → KWL
1h 50m · 510 mi
View XMN to KWL flights →
Leg 2
KWL → TFU
1h 45m · 490 mi
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XMN CSX (Changsha) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 45m (395 mi) Leg 2: 2h (549 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 200 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XMN → CSX
1h 45m · 395 mi
View XMN to CSX flights →
Leg 2
CSX → TFU
2h · 549 mi
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XMN KWE (Guiyang) TFU
Leg 1: 2h 30m (721 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (296 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 213 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XMN → KWE
2h 30m · 721 mi
View XMN to KWE flights →
Leg 2
KWE → TFU
1h 20m · 296 mi
View KWE to TFU flights →

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TFU → XMN: Flights from Chengdu to Xiamen

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Xiamen to Chengdu?

A nonstop flight from Xiamen (XMN) to Chengdu (TFU) takes approximately 3 hours. The distance is 929 miles (1,495 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Xiamen to Chengdu?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Xiamen to Chengdu?

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

How far is Xiamen from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Xiamen to Chengdu 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 Xiamen to Chengdu?

At 3h, 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 Xiamen to Chengdu?

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

Is the return flight from Chengdu to Xiamen 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 Xiamen to Chengdu?

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 Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport for this flight?

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