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Flight deals from Sydney to Xiamen

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney Airport to Xiamen Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$780. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Xiamen.C$461 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jun. 12.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Fri., Jun. 12, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$461, select.
Xiamen.C$487 per passenger.Departing Sun., Oct. 25.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Sydney on Sun., Oct. 25, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$487, select.
Xiamen.C$516 per passenger.Departing Thu., Apr. 30.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Thu., Apr. 30, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$516, select.
Xiamen.C$525 per passenger.Departing Wed., May 20.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Wed., May 20, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$525, select.
Xiamen.C$537 per passenger.Departing Sat., Jul. 18.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Sat., Jul. 18, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$537, select.
Xiamen.C$548 per passenger.Departing Fri., Aug. 14.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Sydney on Fri., Aug. 14, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$548, select.
Xiamen.C$548 per passenger.Departing Tue., Sep. 8.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Sydney on Tue., Sep. 8, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$548, select.
Xiamen.C$574 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jan. 19.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Tue., Jan. 19, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$574, select.
Xiamen.C$671 per passenger.Departing Fri., Nov. 27.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Sydney on Fri., Nov. 27, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$671, select.
Xiamen.C$695 per passenger.Departing Sat., Oct. 17.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Sydney on Sat., Oct. 17, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$695, select.
Xiamen.C$728 per passenger.Departing Tue., Dec. 8.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Tue., Dec. 8, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$728, select.
Xiamen.C$930 per passenger.Departing Thu., Mar. 4.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Sydney on Thu., Mar. 4, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$930, select.
Xiamen.C$1,181 per passenger.Departing Mon., Apr. 13.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Sydney on Mon., Apr. 13, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,181, select.
Xiamen.C$1,230 per passenger.Departing Sun., May 17.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Sydney on Sun., May 17, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,230, select.
Xiamen.C$1,230 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jun. 12.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Sydney on Fri., Jun. 12, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,230, select.
Xiamen.C$1,251 per passenger.Departing Sat., Jul. 18.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Sydney on Sat., Jul. 18, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,251, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Xiamen

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Xiamen flights are currently cheapest in June.
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from C$529
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from C$525
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from C$461
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from C$537
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from C$548
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from C$548
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from C$487
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from C$671
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from C$728
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from C$574
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from C$930

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Sydney to Xiamen: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sydney to Xiamen below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Xiamen.

Xiamen

11km from central Xiamen
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Sydney to Xiamen: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$461
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time9 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineXiamen Airlines
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Xiamen: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Xiamen is C$780. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
9 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Xiamen.
Xiamen Airlines flies direct from Sydney to Xiamen.
As of April 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from Sydney to Xiamen.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Xiamen is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Xiamen Airport on Friday, May 22, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 35 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Xiamen but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Xiamen is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, China Eastern and Xiamen Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Xiamen.

Traveling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport takes on average 9 hours 22 minutes. The timezone in Xiamen is UTC+8, which is 3 hours behind Sydney.

  • Every week, there are 9 flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport. To get going early, opt for the 11:25 Xiamen Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from SYD to XMN is 22:30 with Xiamen Airlines.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.

  • Jetting into Xiamen (and discovering more of China!) is a breeze with Xiamen Airlines. This popular carrier runs direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the SYD - XMN route include:

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Ninoy Aquino International Airport

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

  • To find out if you need a visa to enter China, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SYD to XMN.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport is C$461. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$780. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • Book 9 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from SYD to XMN.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap flight tickets from SYD to XMN every day.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • Located around 18 kilometres from central Sydney, Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport can be reached in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 27 minutes.

  • Want a handy hotel near SYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

Getting from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to central Xiamen

  • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Xiamen. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.

When to fly to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Xiamen in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Xiamen during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to XMN in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 19ºC then.

More about Xiamen

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Xiamen right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from SYD to XMN:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Gulangyu Island, Free Life Pond, Nanputuo Temple and Huandao Road are top sights which should be on any good Xiamen itinerary.

Complete your Xiamen trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked your cheap ticket to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Xiamen.

Plan the rest of your trip from Sydney to Xiamen

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.