Traveling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN): what you need to know
Xiamen's timezone is UTC+8, making Xiamen eight hours ahead of Birmingham.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your BHX to XMN flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a popular stopover on the BHX to XMN route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport flight is $471. A return fare is currently $1,088. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from BHX to XMN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport.
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Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Birmingham International Airport, data shows 65.48% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport is approximately 15 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near BHX? If you've booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Reserve a hotel close to XMN if you're on a late Birmingham International Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Start your adventure sooner with a Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Xiamen that most tourists miss.
Book your vehicle from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport several weeks ahead to get the best possible rate. If you're traveling during peak season, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to central Xiamen
You'll find XMN at 117 Xiangyun 1st Rd.
From Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport, Xiamen is approximately 9 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the center driving.
When to fly to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Xiamen. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Xiamen, with temperatures ranging from 75ºF to 91ºF.
January sees average temperatures of between 45ºF and 66ºF. Search for cheap tickets from BHX to XMN sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
Xiamen has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of China you should also see. Around 290 miles south-west of Xiamen, a trip to Shenzhen will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning.
Around 290 miles west of Xiamen, Dongguan is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画.