Are direct flights from London to Xiamen always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save time, but they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with one or more layovers can often be more budget-friendly. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel time when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on London to Xiamen flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Prices for airfare can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or season. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in notable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking London to Xiamen flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight meal costs. Also, consider the price of transportation to and from the airports. These additional expenses can impact the overall cost of your trip.

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Today’s best flight deals from London to Xiamen

Explore current cheapest deals departing from London to Xiamen

2026-11-11 – 2026-11-17
LON - Xiamen
92% AI deal score
£726
£411
Round trip
2026-09-16 – 2026-10-06
LON - Xiamen
93% AI deal score
£752
£437
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2026-09-30 – 2026-10-27
LON - Xiamen
93% AI deal score
£697
£447
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2026-09-30 – 2026-10-06
LON - Xiamen
93% AI deal score
£752
£447
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2026-10-01 – 2026-10-22
LON - Xiamen
92% AI deal score
£700
£448
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2026-09-21 – 2026-09-30
LON - Xiamen
92% AI deal score
£732
£454
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2026-10-01 – 2026-10-14
LON - Xiamen
92% AI deal score
£715
£460
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2026-10-01 – 2026-10-08
LON - Xiamen
93% AI deal score
£754
£461
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2026-10-01 – 2026-10-23
LON - Xiamen
92% AI deal score
£700
£461
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2026-10-01 – 2026-10-18
LON - Xiamen
92% AI deal score
£704
£461
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London to Xiamen: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Xiamen

Most itineraries for flights from London to Xiamen connect at least once. Right now, fares for this route typically range from $797–$1473, with a median of $988. Current fares are above the typical level, and about 13% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

If you are looking for cheap flights from London to Xiamen, the cheapest time to fly is often October, with a median fare of $698. Other affordable months include September, where the median fare is $769, and November, with a median fare of $783.

A typical journey from London to Xiamen takes about 19h 55m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a significant distance of 9664 km. New deals for this route show up several times a week, so setting a price alert can be beneficial.

How much is a round trip from London to Xiamen

Regular price: £636 - £1,040

Prices for flights from London to Xiamen are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Xiamen is typically between 636 GBP and 1040 GBP. The current lowest deal is 412 GBP with Tianjin Airlines, for travel from Nov 11-Nov 17.

now £412

Low £636

High £1,040

The cheapest time to fly from London to Xiamen

The cheapest month to fly from London to Xiamen is October, with a median price of $698. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1883. Prices are generally lower from June to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from £698

July

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,883

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from London to Xiamen

Xiamen Airlines

Last-minute flights going from London to Xiamen

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xiamen

London (LHR) - Xiamen (XMN)

China Southern Airlines

£775

£496

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xiamen

London (LHR) - Xiamen (XMN)

China Southern Airlines

£771

£497

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xiamen

London (LHR) - Xiamen (XMN)

Hainan Airlines

£751

£438

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xiamen

London (LHR) - Xiamen (XMN)

China Southern Airlines

£749

£492

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xiamen

London (LHR) - Xiamen (XMN)

China Southern Airlines

£767

£496

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xiamen

London (LHR) - Xiamen (XMN)

China Southern Airlines

£751

£496

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Xiamen

3 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 28

£823 → £462

44%

14 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 21

£846 → £497

41%

14 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 17

£843 → £499

41%

14 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 16

£837 → £497

41%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Xiamen

London - Xiamen route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for London to Xiamen are above the typical level, with 13% good prices historically.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October for prices around $698

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from London to Xiamen, with a median price of $698.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 19h 55m with one stop

Flights from London to Xiamen typically take 19h 55m, with connecting flights being the norm for this route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are not common on this route; most flights include one or more stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Xiamen Airlines offers direct deals

Xiamen Airlines has offered direct deals from London to Xiamen, providing a convenient option.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from London to Xiamen appear regularly, so consider booking when you see a good price.

London main airports to depart from

Heathrow (LHR)

Cheapest

Heathrow Airport offers a convenient option for flights from London to Xiamen.

📍 ~23 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£448

Xiamen main airports to arrive at

Xiamen Gaoqi International (XMN)

Cheapest

Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport is ideal for direct access to Xiamen and surrounding areas.

📍 ~8 km from Xiamen city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£449

Airports nearby Xiamen used as alternative

Quanzhou Jinjiang International (JJN)

Xiamen, China

92% AI deal score

$5,914

$3,384

Save $2,530

Xiamen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Oct 14

Xiamen, China

91% AI deal score

$5,933

$3,832

Save $2,101

Xiamen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Sep 23

Xiamen, China

90% AI deal score

$5,995

$3,830

Save $2,165

Xiamen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Oct 14

Xiamen, China

90% AI deal score

$5,679

$3,836

Save $1,843

Xiamen Airlines

Business Class

From LGW

Elite

Sep 28

Xiamen, China

89% AI deal score

$4,949

$3,531

Save $1,418

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

From LGW

Elite

Sep 29

Xiamen, China

89% AI deal score

$4,912

$3,531

Save $1,381

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

From LGW

Elite

Sep 28

Xiamen, China

89% AI deal score

$4,949

$3,531

Save $1,418

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

From LGW

Elite

Sep 29

Xiamen, China

89% AI deal score

$4,912

$3,531

Save $1,381

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

From LGW

Elite

Sep 28

Xiamen, China

89% AI deal score

$4,949

$3,535

Save $1,414

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

From LGW

Elite

Sep 29

Xiamen, China

89% AI deal score

$4,915

$3,535

Save $1,380

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

From LGW

Elite

Sep 30

Xiamen, China

89% AI deal score

$4,885

$3,557

Save $1,328

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Xiamen

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you discover better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may sometimes present lower fares than direct options.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, can sometimes secure better prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings might also offer different pricing compared to weekend purchases.

Comparing flights from different airports in the London area and to other nearby airports in Xiamen's region can sometimes reveal more economical options. While it may add to travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs and convenience.

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London to Xiamen: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Xiamen

How much is a round trip from London to Xiamen

Regular price: £636 - £1,040

Prices for flights from London to Xiamen are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Xiamen is typically between 636 GBP and 1040 GBP. The current lowest deal is 412 GBP with Tianjin Airlines, for travel from Nov 11-Nov 17.

now £412

Low £636

High £1,040

The cheapest time to fly from London to Xiamen

October

Cheapest

Flights from £698

July

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,883

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from London to Xiamen

Xiamen Airlines

Last-minute flights going from London to Xiamen

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xiamen

London (LHR) - Xiamen (XMN)

China Southern Airlines

£775

£496

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xiamen

London (LHR) - Xiamen (XMN)

China Southern Airlines

£771

£497

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xiamen

London (LHR) - Xiamen (XMN)

Hainan Airlines

£751

£438

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xiamen

London (LHR) - Xiamen (XMN)

China Southern Airlines

£749

£492

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xiamen

London (LHR) - Xiamen (XMN)

China Southern Airlines

£767

£496

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Xiamen

London (LHR) - Xiamen (XMN)

China Southern Airlines

£751

£496

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Xiamen

3 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 28

£823 → £462

44%

14 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 21

£846 → £497

41%

14 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 17

£843 → £499

41%

14 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 16

£837 → £497

41%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Xiamen

London - Xiamen route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for London to Xiamen are above the typical level, with 13% good prices historically.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October for prices around $698

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from London to Xiamen, with a median price of $698.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 19h 55m with one stop

Flights from London to Xiamen typically take 19h 55m, with connecting flights being the norm for this route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are not common on this route; most flights include one or more stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Xiamen Airlines offers direct deals

Xiamen Airlines has offered direct deals from London to Xiamen, providing a convenient option.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from London to Xiamen appear regularly, so consider booking when you see a good price.

London main airports to depart from

Heathrow (LHR)

Cheapest

Heathrow Airport offers a convenient option for flights from London to Xiamen.

📍 ~23 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£448

Xiamen main airports to arrive at

Xiamen Gaoqi International (XMN)

Cheapest

Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport is ideal for direct access to Xiamen and surrounding areas.

📍 ~8 km from Xiamen city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£449

Airports nearby Xiamen used as alternative

Quanzhou Jinjiang International (JJN)

Quanzhou Jinjiang International is a useful alternative for its proximity and shared infrastructure with Xiamen.

Xiamen, China

89% AI deal score

$4,885

$3,557

Save $1,328

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Xiamen

Cheap Flights from London to Xiamen

Today’s best flight deals from London to Xiamen

London to Xiamen: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Xiamen

How much is a round trip from London to Xiamen

The cheapest time to fly from London to Xiamen

Direct flights from London to Xiamen

Last-minute flights going from London to Xiamen

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Xiamen

Popular Airports to fly from London to Xiamen

London - Xiamen route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in October for prices around $698

Typically 19h 55m with one stop

Connecting flights are dominant

Xiamen Airlines offers direct deals

Deals appear regularly

London main airports to depart from

Xiamen main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Xiamen used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Xiamen

Best Elite deals to Xiamen

Sep 21

Sep 23

Oct 14

Sep 23

Oct 14

Sep 28

Sep 29

Sep 28

Sep 29

Sep 28

Sep 29

Sep 30

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Xiamen

How can I find cheap flights from London to Xiamen?

When should I book flights from London to Xiamen?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from London to Xiamen?

Are direct flights from London to Xiamen always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on London to Xiamen flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking London to Xiamen flights?

Related routes

More routes from London

Flights to Xiamen from other cities

London to Xiamen: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Xiamen

How much is a round trip from London to Xiamen

The cheapest time to fly from London to Xiamen

Direct flights from London to Xiamen

Last-minute flights going from London to Xiamen

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Xiamen

Popular Airports to fly from London to Xiamen

London - Xiamen route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in October for prices around $698

Typically 19h 55m with one stop

Connecting flights are dominant

Xiamen Airlines offers direct deals

Deals appear regularly

London main airports to depart from

Xiamen main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Xiamen used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Xiamen

Best Elite deals to Xiamen

Sep 21

Sep 23

Oct 14

Sep 23

Oct 14

Sep 28

Sep 29

Sep 28

Sep 29

Sep 28

Sep 29

Sep 30

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Xiamen

How can I find cheap flights from London to Xiamen?

When should I book flights from London to Xiamen?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from London to Xiamen?