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About Xiamen Airlines

Xiamen Airlines (IATA: MF) is a major Chinese airline headquartered in Xiamen, Fujian province. Established in 1984, it holds the distinction of being China's first jointly-funded airline, with Boeing as an early investor in its founding — a notable milestone that shaped Xiamen Airlines into a long-time all-Boeing operator, though it has since diversified its fleet with other aircraft types.

Xiamen Airlines is a subsidiary of the China Southern Airlines Group, which holds a majority stake in the carrier, operating as China Southern's Fujian-province-based subsidiary. Flying from its primary hub at Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN), with a secondary base in Fuzhou, Xiamen Airlines operates an extensive domestic Chinese network alongside a growing slate of international routes across Asia. FareOptic compares Xiamen Airlines fares across all routes to find your best MF ticket price.

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Xiamen Airlines Hub Airports

Xiamen Airlines operates through 2 major Fujian-province hubs, anchoring its domestic and international network.

XMN
Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
Primary hub
FOC
Fuzhou Changle Intl
Secondary base

Xiamen Airlines Cabin Classes

Find the right Xiamen Airlines cabin for your journey and budget — from affordable Economy to comfortable Business.

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Economy

  • ✓Complimentary meals on most flights
  • ✓23kg checked baggage included
  • ✓Seatback or streaming entertainment (aircraft dependent)
  • ✓Earn Egret Miles on every flight
  • ✓Standard seat pitch with adjustable recline
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Business

  • ✓Wider recliner or lie-flat seating (aircraft dependent)
  • ✓Priority check-in, security, and boarding
  • ✓Enhanced multi-course dining service
  • ✓Lounge access at Xiamen and major hub airports
  • ✓40kg checked baggage allowance

Egret Miles Program

Egret Miles is Xiamen Airlines' frequent flyer program. Earn miles on Xiamen Airlines flights and select partner airlines, redeemable for free flights, upgrades, and other travel benefits across the China Southern Group network.

Earn on Every Flight

Earn Egret Miles on Xiamen Airlines flights and select China Southern Group and partner airline itineraries.

Elite Tiers

Progress through membership tiers to unlock priority check-in, extra baggage, and bonus mile earning.

Flexible Redemption

Redeem Egret Miles for flight awards, upgrades, and other travel benefits across the Xiamen Airlines network.

Group Network Benefits

As a China Southern Group subsidiary, Egret Miles members can access broader redemption options across group carriers.

Xiamen Airlines Baggage Policy

Fees and allowances vary by route and fare type. Always verify at time of booking.

Bag / PolicyEconomyBusiness
Carry-on bag5 kg5 kg
1st checked bag23 kg40 kg
2nd checked bagFee40 kg
Weight limit per bag23 kg32 kg

Xiamen Airlines baggage allowances vary by route and fare class. International routes may carry different weight and piece limits. Verify at xiamenair.com.

Check-In Options & Boarding

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Online Check-In

Opens 24 hours before departure at xiamenair.com. Web check-in closes 90 minutes before international and 45 minutes before domestic departure.

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Mobile App Check-In

Use the Xiamen Airlines app to check in, access your mobile boarding pass, and receive real-time gate and delay notifications.

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Airport Check-In

Self-service kiosks and staffed counters are available at all Xiamen Airlines airports, with domestic gates closing 20 minutes before departure.

Cancellation & Change Policy

24-Hour Risk-Free Cancellation

All Fares

Most Xiamen Airlines tickets can be cancelled within 24 hours of purchase for a full refund, provided the flight departs at least 7 days away.

Change Policy

Fare Dependent

Change fees vary by fare rules and how far ahead you change your flight — full-fare Economy and Business tickets typically allow more flexible changes.

Non-Refundable Ticket Credit

Non-Refundable

Cancelling a non-refundable ticket after the 24-hour window typically results in a travel credit rather than a cash refund, subject to fare rules.

Business Class Flexibility

Business

Full-fare Business Class tickets offer the most flexible change and refund terms, suitable for travelers with uncertain plans.

In-Flight Experience on Xiamen Airlines

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Meal Service

Complimentary Chinese and international meals on most flights, with enhanced multi-course dining in Business Class.

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Inflight Entertainment

Seatback or streaming entertainment on Xiamen Airlines' Boeing and Airbus fleet, featuring movies, TV, and music.

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All-Boeing Heritage

Long a signature all-Boeing operator, Xiamen Airlines has since diversified its fleet while retaining a strong Boeing presence.

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Lounge Access

Business Class passengers and Egret Miles elite members access airport lounges at Xiamen and select major hub airports.

Tips to Book Cheap Xiamen Airlines Flights

  • 1.Xiamen Airlines domestic routes like XMN–PVG and XMN–PEK are competitive with other Chinese carriers — compare fares before booking.
  • 2.XMN–HKG is a convenient short-haul option connecting Xiamen with Hong Kong's international network.
  • 3.Book 4–8 weeks ahead for the best domestic Chinese fares, and 8–12 weeks ahead for international routes.
  • 4.As a China Southern Group subsidiary, check connecting itineraries through Guangzhou for broader route options.
  • 5.Join Egret Miles for free — miles earned on Xiamen Airlines can unlock upgrades and free flights over time.
  • 6.Business Class on Xiamen Airlines is often more affordable than comparable fares on larger international carriers.
  • 7.Use FareOptic to compare Xiamen Airlines against China Southern and China Eastern on overlapping domestic routes.
  • 8.Fly mid-week for the lowest fares on busy Chinese domestic trunk routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about booking Xiamen Airlines flights on FareOptic

Is Xiamen Airlines owned by China Southern?

Yes. Xiamen Airlines is a subsidiary of the China Southern Airlines Group, which holds a majority stake in the carrier. Xiamen Airlines operates as China Southern Group's Fujian-province-based subsidiary, maintaining its own brand, fleet, and route network centered on Xiamen while benefiting from group-level scale and coordination.

What makes Xiamen Airlines historically notable?

Xiamen Airlines was China's first jointly-funded airline, established in 1984 with Boeing as an early investor in its founding — a distinctive milestone in Chinese aviation history. This close early relationship with Boeing shaped Xiamen Airlines into a long-time all-Boeing operator, though it has since diversified its fleet with other aircraft types.

What is Xiamen Airlines' main hub?

Xiamen Airlines' primary hub is Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) in Fujian province, with Fuzhou serving as a secondary base. From Xiamen, the airline operates an extensive domestic Chinese network alongside growing international routes to destinations across Asia.

What is Egret Miles?

Egret Miles is Xiamen Airlines' frequent flyer loyalty program. Members earn miles on Xiamen Airlines flights and select partner airlines, redeemable for free flights, upgrades, and other travel benefits, with elite tiers offering priority services and bonus mile earning.

What cabin classes does Xiamen Airlines offer?

Xiamen Airlines offers Economy and Business Class. Business Class provides wider recliner or lie-flat seating depending on aircraft type, enhanced dining, and lounge access, while Economy includes complimentary meals and a standard checked baggage allowance.

Is Xiamen Airlines still an all-Boeing operator?

Xiamen Airlines was historically known as an all-Boeing operator, having grown up alongside Boeing as an early investor in its founding. In recent years the airline has diversified its fleet to include other aircraft types, though Boeing jets still make up a significant part of its operations.