Flying from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Melbourne and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours 21 minutes.
Melbourne is 3 hours ahead of Xiamen, where Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport is located. Melbourne operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
With 9 weekly flights between the two airports, Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the most popular route. Xiamen Airlines operates the earliest flight at 22:00. If you're eager to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from XMN to MEL is with Xiamen Airlines at 22:20.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from XMN to Melbourne.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You can book a nonstop flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Melbourne. Start your trip at XMN and touch down at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Xiamen Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Melbourne.
To travel to Australia for tourism purposes, you'll need an e-visa if you have a passport from China. However, visa rules can change and you may need further documentation depending on the purpose and duration of your stay. Always check the latest guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Melbourne.
To get to XMN from central Xiamen, it'll take around 21 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near XMN:
How to find the cheapest flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Melbourne
ج.م. 9,861 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Melbourne. Return flights start from ج.م. 21,582. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Book 10 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from XMN to Melbourne.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Melbourne. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to the centre of Melbourne takes about 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 42 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to MEL if you're catching a late flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Melbourne. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Central Melbourne is approximately 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). After your flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Melbourne has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 51 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take about 2 hours and 4 minutes.
Relax and unpack not long after your flight from XMN to Melbourne at Little River Bed and Breakfast. This comfortable accommodation option is an easy drive from AVV.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the busiest month for flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Melbourne. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Melbourne in April when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Melbourne in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from XMN to Melbourne in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
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