Fly private between Qingdao and Xiamen from US$20,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Qingdao (TAO) to Xiamen (XMN) and Xiamen to Qingdao — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Qingdao and Xiamen is about 1,327 km (825 miles), or 717 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Qingdao–Xiamen spans US$20,500 – US$56,500: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (CNY) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 04m | 1h 52m – 2h 16m | ¥210,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 1h 56m | 1h 44m – 2h 08m | ¥290,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CNY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 04m | ¥210,000 – ¥300,000 (~US$29,500 – US$41,500) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 02m | ¥240,000 – ¥330,000 (~US$32,500 – US$45,500) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 58m | ¥260,000 – ¥360,000 (~US$35,500 – US$50,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CNY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 1h 56m | ¥290,000 – ¥410,000 (~US$40,500 – US$56,500) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 1h 56m | ¥320,000 – ¥450,000 (~US$44,500 – US$62,000) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 1h 58m | ¥350,000 – ¥490,000 (~US$48,500 – US$68,000) | 9-12 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Qingdao, China: Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport.
Xiamen, China: Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport, Kinmen Airport and Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport.
| Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport | Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | ZSQD / TAO | ZSAM / XMN |
| Longest hard runway | 11,811 ft | 11,155 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 30 ft | 59 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Qingdao to Xiamen can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport has 11,811 ft and Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport 11,155 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 1,327 km.
Alternates within range: Kinmen Airport (9,843 ft, 27 km) · Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport (8,530 ft, 54 km) · Sihong Heliport
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Qingdao–Xiamen sector leaves when you do.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Qingdao–Xiamen trip to about 2h 04m gate to gate.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
We publish the price band (US$20,500 – US$56,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
Demand on Qingdao–Xiamen comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$20,500 – US$56,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 2h 04m gate to gate across the 1,327 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Qingdao–Xiamen departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Qingdao–Xiamen charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
