Turboprop
- Passengers6-9
- Flight time54 min
- Range1,800 km
- Guide priceUS$8,000 – US$11,000
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Fly private between Taichung and Xiamen from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Taichung (RMQ) to Xiamen (XMN) and Xiamen to Taichung — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Taichung and Xiamen is about 254 km (158 miles), or 137 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Taichung and Xiamen, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 54 min | 49 min – 59 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 45 min | 41 min – 50 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 54 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 52 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 45 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 44 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 44 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Jet charter costs between Taichung and Xiamen are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Taichung, Taiwan: Taichung International Airport / Ching Chuang Kang Air Base.
Xiamen, China: Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport, Kinmen Airport and Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport.
| Taichung International Airport / Ching Chuang Kang Air Base | Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | RCMQ / RMQ | ZSAM / XMN |
| Longest hard runway | 12,000 ft | 11,155 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 663 ft | 59 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Taichung to Xiamen can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Taichung International Airport / Ching Chuang Kang Air Base has 12,000 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 254 km.
Alternates within range: Dongshi Emergency Heliport · Camp Waipu Heliport · Riyuetan (Sun Moon Lake) Heliport · Ren'ai Emergency Heliport · Kinmen Airport (9,843 ft, 27 km) · Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport (8,530 ft, 54 km) · Sihong Heliport
Pets are welcome on every Taichung–Xiamen charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Taichung–Xiamen sector leaves when you do.
Demand on Taichung–Xiamen comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 54 min gate to gate across the 254 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Taichung–Xiamen departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Xiamen to Taichung runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.