Zhubei to Xiamen flights
Xiamen lies 298 km (185 mi) west of Zhubei, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 8 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Zhubei | Xiamen | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Taiwan | China |
| Population | 212,695 | 4.6 million |
| Elevation | 30 m (98 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Taipei) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | TPE, 35 km out | XMN, 8 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Xiamen
Crossing from Taiwan into China: money changes from the Dollar to the Yuan Renminbi (CNY); sockets are AS/NZS 3112, Euro, NEMA 1-15; the dialling code becomes +86; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648851.
Airports at each end
Leaving Zhubei
Zhubei is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), 35 km (22 mi) from the centre, whose 12,008-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Taipei Songshan International Airport (TSA, 61 km), Taichung International Airport / Ching Chuang Kang Air Base (RMQ, 75 km).
Arriving in Xiamen
Xiamen is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 11,155-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport (JJN, 62 km), Kinmen Airport (KNH, 29 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport | XMN | 8 km (5 mi) | 11,155 ft | 59 ft |
| Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport | JJN | 62 km (39 mi) | 8,530 ft | 39 ft |
| Kinmen Airport (regional) | KNH | 29 km (18 mi) | 9,843 ft | 93 ft |
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Staying in Xiamen
Our booking partner lists 260 places to stay in Xiamen. Of the 253 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (87), and 55 are five-star. Across 41 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.9 out of 10. Guests have left 9,416 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Xiamen from Zhubei?
298 km (185 mi) in a straight line, west of Zhubei.
How long does it take to get from Zhubei to Xiamen by air?
About 1 h 8 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Zhubei and Xiamen?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Zhubei to Xiamen flights?
Typically Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN); Xiamen also has JJN, KNH.
What currency do I need in Xiamen?
The Yuan Renminbi (CNY).
Where can I stay in Xiamen?
Our booking partner lists 260 places to stay in Xiamen, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.