Cheap flights to Xiamen

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Reasons To Visit Xiamen

The city of Xiamen is one of the largest in China located along the southeastern coast and known for its fascinating history and high standard of living. The city has long been an important port and trading center and has developed many unique quirks over the centuries such as its colonial architecture, while there are also many beautiful traditional landmarks around the city like the Nanputuo Temple. Xiamen has an excellent reputation as a center of nightlife and cuisine, so visitors to the city can explore its vibrant streets and sample many restaurants and bars. An ideal place for all of the family is the Water Garden Expo Park, or you can enjoy a picnic and day out at the Bailuzhou Park which often puts on live performances.

Arriving In Xiamen

Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport is one of the busiest airports in China handling a range of domestic, regional and long-haul flights. If you are looking to catch flights from the UAE to Xiamen, you will need to make a transfer somewhere as there are no airlines offering direct flights from anywhere in the UAE. Thankfully Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport has many connections, so UAE-based travelers can fly to the city with only a single transfer.

At Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport you will find a broad selection of amenities and services to keep you occupied during your stay. As well as plenty of fast food outlets and cafés to enjoy a bite to eat, you will find a small selection of shops to buy any last-minute travel essentials. Additional amenities available to travelers at the airport include a spa on site and free Wi-Fi once you have checked in. When you have arrived at the airport you can use the local bus network to travel into the city, although metered taxis can also be found just outside of the airport.

Xiamen Travel Information

Where to stay: Ratings and booking information for the best hotels in Xiamen for every budget

You will need to apply for a visa if you are traveling to China as a UAE national, so make sure you give yourself plenty of time before your journey. In Xiamen the climate is hot during the summer with average highs exceeding 30 degrees between June and September, while there is a period of increased rainfall from March until June. Don’t forget to put your clocks forward four hours once you have landed to get on local time.

* This information is correct as of February 2018

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