Travelling from Xiamen Airport (XMN) to Macau Airport (MFM): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Xiamen Airport to Macau Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Macau's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Xiamen.
Flights from XMN to MFM start at 12:05 — the first with Xiamen Airlines. The latest departure is at 20:15 with Air Macau. Overall, you can choose from 14 weekly Xiamen Airport to Macau Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your XMN to MFM flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Xiamen Airlines offers direct flights from Xiamen Airport to Macau Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Macau — and maybe even more of China if time allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Xiamen Airlines.
Xiamen Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for XMN to MFM flights, with 94.0% of its services arriving on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Xiamen Airport (XMN) to Macau Airport (MFM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Xiamen Airport to Macau Airport flight is RM349. A round-trip fare is currently RM671. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from XMN to MFM. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Xiamen Airport to Macau Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from XMN to MFM by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Xiamen Airport to Macau Airport.
Handy information about Xiamen Airport (XMN)
XMN's address is 117 Xiangyun 1st Rd.
86% of flights departing from Xiamen Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of XMN.
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 driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Xiamen Airport to Macau Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near XMN:
Arriving at Macau Airport (MFM)
Consider booking a hotel close to MFM if you're taking a late Xiamen Airport to Macau Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Macau Airport (MFM) to central Macau
Macau Airport to the centre of Macau has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
When to fly to Macau Airport (MFM)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Xiamen Airport to Macau Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Macau. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Macau is July, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Xiamen Airport to Macau Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from XMN to MFM in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
You've done Macau, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey around 105 kilometres north to Guangzhou to tick off its top attractions. From Canton Tower to Baiyun Mountain and Yuyuan Garden, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in China, consider Shenzhen, roughly 64 kilometres north-east of Macau. Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes are key reasons to visit.