Travelling from Xiamen Airport (XMN) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Xiamen Airport to Guangzhou Airport.
Xiamen and Guangzhou share the same timezone, UTC+8.
Flights from XMN to CAN start at 07:30 — the first with Xiamen Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:35 with China Southern Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 42 weekly Xiamen Airport to Guangzhou Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your XMN to CAN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
China Southern is your ticket to exploring Guangzhou (and perhaps some other exciting corners of China!). Check out the direct flights from Xiamen Airport to Guangzhou Airport offered by this carrier.
China Southern is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Xiamen Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers XMN to CAN flights. A reliable 86.78% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Xiamen Airport (XMN) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
Right now, $398 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Xiamen Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $799. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To get cheap tickets from XMN to CAN, book your journey 11 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Xiamen Airport to Guangzhou Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from XMN to CAN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Xiamen Airport to Guangzhou Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Xiamen Airport (XMN)
The address for XMN is 117 Xiangyun 1st Rd.
Xiamen Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 86% of flights that depart XMN arrive at their destination on time.
Central Xiamen to Xiamen Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near XMN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Xiamen Airport to Guangzhou Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Xiamen Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CAN instead:
Set your own pace with a Guangzhou Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore Guangzhou and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Guangzhou Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou
CAN is located at Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from central Guangzhou. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
August is the busiest month for flights from Xiamen Airport to Guangzhou Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Guangzhou in March.
The warmest month in Guangzhou is July, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Xiamen Airport to Guangzhou Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from XMN to CAN in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of China
Guangzhou has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 105 kilometres south-east of Guangzhou, a visit to Shenzhen will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes.
Dongguan is another standout destination in China and is around 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. No journey is complete without visiting Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park.