Xiamen to Changhua flights
Changhua lies 254 km (158 mi) east of Xiamen, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 5 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.
| Xiamen | Changhua | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | Taiwan |
| Population | 4.6 million | 226,564 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 28 m (92 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Taipei) |
| Nearest large airport | XMN, 8 km out | RMQ, 23 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Changhua
Crossing from China into Taiwan: money changes from the Yuan Renminbi to the Dollar (TWD); sockets are NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15; the dialling code becomes +886; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823.
Airports at each end
Leaving 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).
Arriving in Changhua
Changhua is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Taichung International Airport / Ching Chuang Kang Air Base (RMQ), 23 km (14 mi) from the centre, whose 12,000-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Chiayi Airport (CYI, 69 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taichung International Airport / Ching Chuang Kang Air Base | RMQ | 23 km (14 mi) | 12,000 ft | 663 ft |
| Chiayi Airport (regional) | CYI | 69 km (43 mi) | 10,007 ft | 85 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Changhua from Xiamen?
254 km (158 mi) in a straight line, east of Xiamen.
How long does it take to get from Xiamen to Changhua by air?
About 1 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Xiamen and Changhua?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Xiamen to Changhua flights?
Typically Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Taichung International Airport / Ching Chuang Kang Air Base (RMQ); Changhua also has CYI.
What currency do I need in Changhua?
The Dollar (TWD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.