Flying from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is 10 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7, which is 15 hours behind Xiamen.
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 catch your XMN to YVR flight.
Flying during a peak time like April? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Xiamen Airlines is your ticket to exploring Vancouver (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Canada!). Check out the direct flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Vancouver International Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Xiamen Airlines on this route.
Xiamen Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating XMN to YVR flights, with 76.47% of its services arriving as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight is $606. A return ticket right now is $1,110. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book four months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from XMN to YVR.
The cheapest month for flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from XMN to YVR.
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Handy information about Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
You'll find XMN at 117 Xiangyun 1st Rd.
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 84.03% of flights that depart XMN arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Xiamen to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Looking for a handy hotel near XMN? If you're boarding an early flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you're coming in on a late Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Hit the road running by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis to explore Vancouver and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is May, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Vancouver based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Vancouver International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from XMN to YVR in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored after you've experienced Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Victoria is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No trip is complete without a visit to Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.
