Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Xiamen?

Flights from San Francisco to Xiamen usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Xiamen?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Xiamen: • Economy Class • Business Class

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Xiamen pass through?

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Xiamen most commonly connect through: • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 74% of one-stop connections • Wuhan (WUH) - 10% of one-stop connections • Los Angeles (LAX) - 5% of one-stop connections • Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) - 3% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Xiamen?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from San Francisco to Xiamen. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $888 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,516, a difference of $628. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Xiamen?

Xiamen International Convention and Exhibition Center is one of the most viewed places in Xiamen on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from San Francisco to Xiamen?

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Xiamen takes 00m, covering 6,615 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Xiamen?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

How are flight prices from San Francisco to Xiamen looking right now?

One-way fares from San Francisco to Xiamen are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $814, which is 53% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Xiamen?

Flying via Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 44m, compared with 18h 34m via Beijing Capital (PEK) and 18h 36m via Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL).

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Xiamen?

Xiamen is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco (China Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Xiamen flight?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Xiamen range from $841 to $1,462, with an average of $1,063 over the past 12 months. Anything below $841 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Xiamen?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Xiamen. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 42% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Xiamen?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Xiamen at $785 round-trip. •November ($1,574) and December ($1,556) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 100% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Xiamen?

China Southern ($801) and Cathay Pacific ($981) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Xiamen according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Xiamen?

Hong Kong Intl (HKG) is the most popular layover for the San Francisco to Xiamen route. 74% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via HKG.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Xiamen?

Flights via Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $814. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Xiamen which airport offers the shortest layover?

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Xiamen layovers at 9h 49m over the past 3 months.

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August

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April

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Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL)

Cheapest • Avg $814 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 17h 44m (one-way)

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Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 22

10:31 pm - 6:00 amSFO San Francisco-XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

39h 29m1 stop Los Angeles

10:55 pm - 7:32 amXMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl-SFO San Francisco

24h 37m1 stop Los Angeles

$739Multiple Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10

11:35 pm - 7:30 pmSFO San Francisco-XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

27h 55m2 stops Wuhan Guangzhou Baiyun

9:40 am - 7:40 pmXMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl-SFO San Francisco

26h 00m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

$801China Southern

Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10

11:35 pm - 3:40 pmSFO San Francisco-XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

24h 05m1 stop Wuhan

9:40 am - 7:40 pmXMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl-SFO San Francisco

26h 00m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

$807China Southern

Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10

11:35 pm - 10:05 amSFO San Francisco-XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

18h 30m1 stop Wuhan

4:45 pm - 7:40 pmXMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl-SFO San Francisco

18h 55m1 stop Wuhan

$813China Southern

Thu, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 31

10:13 am - 6:00 amSFO San Francisco-XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

27h 47m1 stop Los Angeles

8:35 pm - 7:40 pmXMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl-SFO San Francisco

39h 05m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

$828Multiple Airlines

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8

6:08 pm - 6:00 amSFO San Francisco-XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

19h 52m1 stop Los Angeles

10:55 pm - 10:50 amXMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl-SFO San Francisco

27h 55m1 stop Los Angeles

$834Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 31

4:07 pm - 6:00 amSFO San Francisco-XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

21h 53m1 stop Los Angeles

10:55 pm - 7:35 pmXMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl-SFO San Francisco

36h 40m1 stop Los Angeles

$834Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 31

11:25 am - 11:00 amSFO San Francisco-XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

31h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

8:40 pm - 9:45 amXMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl-SFO San Francisco

29h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$981Cathay Pacific

Mon, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 28

11:25 am - 11:00 amSFO San Francisco-XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

31h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

12:15 pm - 9:45 amXMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl-SFO San Francisco

37h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$996Cathay Pacific

Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Mar 1

10:55 pm - 11:00 amSFO San Francisco-XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

20h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

8:40 pm - 9:15 pmXMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl-SFO San Francisco

16h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,011Cathay Pacific

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Xiamen?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Xiamen. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 42% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Xiamen? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Xiamen, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •August is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Xiamen at $785 round-trip.
•November ($1,574) and December ($1,556) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 100% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Xiamen?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Xiamen:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from San Francisco to Xiamen?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Xiamen takes 00m, covering 6,615 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Xiamen?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Xiamen flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Xiamen range from $841 to $1,462, with an average of $1,063 over the past 12 months. Anything below $841 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Xiamen looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Xiamen are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $814, which is 53% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Xiamen?
Flights from San Francisco to Xiamen usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Xiamen pass through?
One-stop flights from San Francisco to Xiamen most commonly connect through:

• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 74% of one-stop connections
• Wuhan (WUH) - 10% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 5% of one-stop connections
• Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) - 3% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Xiamen?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from San Francisco to Xiamen. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $888 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,516, a difference of $628.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Xiamen?
Flying via Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 44m, compared with 18h 34m via Beijing Capital (PEK) and 18h 36m via Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL).
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Xiamen?
Xiamen is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco (China Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Xiamen?
Xiamen International Convention and Exhibition Center is one of the most viewed places in Xiamen on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $888, about $628 less than Sunday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Xiamen trip for August. Fares historically average $785 round-trip in that month - typically $789 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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