$258 Cheap Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Xiamen (XMN)

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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Xiamen (SYD-XMN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $258 for one-way flights and $464 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

China Eastern Airlines
Mon, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 25
SYD
Sydney
XMN
Xiamen
$464 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$464
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from Sydney to Xiamen, returning Sat, Oct 25, priced at $464 found 4 days ago
China Eastern Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 15
SYD
Sydney
XMN
Xiamen
$468 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$468
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Sydney to Xiamen, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $468 found 3 days ago
China Eastern Airlines
Thu, Aug 7 - Thu, Aug 14
SYD
Sydney
XMN
Xiamen
$479 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$479
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Sydney to Xiamen, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $479 found 5 days ago
China Eastern Airlines
Sun, Aug 3 - Mon, Aug 4
SYD
Sydney
XMN
Xiamen
$484 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$484
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 3 from Sydney to Xiamen, returning Mon, Aug 4, priced at $484 found 3 hours ago
China Eastern Airlines
Mon, Aug 25 - Mon, Sep 1
SYD
Sydney
XMN
Xiamen
$493 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$493
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Sydney to Xiamen, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $493 found 1 day ago
China Eastern Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 18
SYD
Sydney
XMN
Xiamen
$507 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$507
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from Sydney to Xiamen, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $507 found 3 hours ago
Philippine Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 15
SYD
Sydney
XMN
Xiamen
$523 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$523
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Sydney to Xiamen, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $523 found 3 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 15
SYD
Sydney
XMN
Xiamen
$547 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$547
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Sydney to Xiamen, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $547 found 3 days ago
Air China
Thu, Aug 7 - Thu, Aug 14
SYD
Sydney
XMN
Xiamen
$551 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$551
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Air China flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Sydney to Xiamen, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $551 found 5 days ago
Juneyao Air
Thu, Aug 7 - Thu, Aug 14
SYD
Sydney
XMN
Xiamen
$589 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$589
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Juneyao Air flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Sydney to Xiamen, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $589 found 5 days ago
Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Xiamen (XMN)
Origin airport
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Destination airport
Xiamen Intl.
Airlines serving
Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Korean Air, Malaysia Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines
Roundtrip price
$463
Distance
4585 mi
Average flight time
10 hours 25 mins

Sydney to Xiamen Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Sydney to Xiamen

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Sydney to Xiamen are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Sydney to Xiamen with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Sydney to Xiamen

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Sydney to Xiamen: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Sydney to Xiamen

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Sydney to Xiamen in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $258 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Sydney to Xiamen flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Sydney to Xiamen airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) cost?
You'll find affordable return tickets from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) starting from $767. Book your seat and be on your way. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Xiamen Airlines flight leaving SYD on August 3 2025 and touching down at XMN. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SYD to XMN?
The cheapest flights from SYD to XMN are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN)?
Catch a direct flight with Xiamen Airlines and travel straight from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SYD to XMN?
Take off from SYD to XMN with Xiamen Airlines. This airline currently offers the cheapest one-way ticket on this route, starting at $480. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SYD on September 26 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN)?
On average, just 1 direct flight departs daily from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN). Need more options? Use Expedia's filter tool to find flights with layovers and squeeze in a visit to another city along the way.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN)?
More travelers fly between SYD and XMN at 12 PM than at any other time. Rather skip the crowds? Consider flying outside peak hours and you're likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SYD to XMN?
Travel on a Friday if you're looking for the biggest selection of flights from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN).
What is the earliest flight from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN)?
Take the earliest flight at around 12:30PM UTC+11, leaving from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD). You'll be traveling for around 9h 25m, coming in to land at Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) at approximately 6:55PM UTC+8.
How long does it take to fly from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN)?
Flights from SYD to XMN have an average travel time of 9 hours and 25 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 4,600 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SYD to XMN?
Consider traveling with China Southern Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) without any holdups. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 100%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN)?
Book a flight from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures later than this are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Xiamen from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) is the only airport in Xiamen with direct flights from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD). Check out the options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from SYD to XMN right before your trip is usually more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your schedule, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SYD to XMN flight and hotel package?
You can save money by booking a SYD to XMN flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one place. Once you've selected your ideal accommodations and flights, consider other add-ons like activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN)?
It's generally possible to cancel or reschedule your SYD to XMN flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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