Kaohsiung to Xiamen Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Kaohsiung, Taiwan to Xiamen, China. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance
216.6 nm
nautical miles
Under Sail
43 hours
at 5 knots
Under Power
22 hours
at 10 knots
Best Time
Varies by area
Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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Distance: 216.6 nautical miles
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This map shows the direct sea route from Kaohsiung to Xiamen. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a moderately indirect coastal passage: the navigable route runs 31% longer than the 165 nm direct line, holding a steady north-northwest course. It is an international crossing between two countries.

Sea distance
216.6 nm (401.2 km)
Direct line
164.9 nm31% longer
Great-circle bearing
313° (northwest)
Sea area
Pacific Ocean
Geographic extent
2.0° × 2.2°
Crossing
Cross-border · Same region
From
Kaohsiung (Taiwan) 22.6273, 120.3014
To
Xiamen (China) 24.4798, 118.0894
Route basis
Sea-lane route
Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speedDuration
5 kn43 hours
8 kn27 hours
10 kn22 hours
12 kn18 hours

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

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Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Kaohsiung to Xiamen Route

A medium ocean cross-border sea route between Kaohsiung and Xiamen, this passage between two major harbours in the Pacific region demands attention to eastern Pacific hurricane activity May through October in tropical latitudes.

The corridor between neighbouring ports of the same region joins Kaohsiung, Taiwan to Xiamen, China.

Navigation Tips

  • •Plan this medium ocean cross-border leg in the Pacific region with attention to eastern Pacific hurricane activity May through October in tropical latitudes.
  • •Provisioning for this medium ocean passage in Pacific should account for regional supply networks.
  • •Allow time for entry formalities on this cross-border leg between neighbouring ports of the same region.
  • •Adapt safety equipment to Pacific conditions for this medium ocean crossing.
  • •For a cross-border crossing between neighbouring ports of the same region, ensure clearance papers and visas are in order before departure.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Kaohsiung to Xiamen by sea?

This is a medium ocean sea passage of about 216.6 nautical miles between Kaohsiung and Xiamen in Pacific.

How long does it take to sail from Kaohsiung to Xiamen?

Average voyage time on this medium ocean between neighbouring ports of the same region leg of 216.6 nautical miles is 22 hours – 43 hours.

What's the best time to sail from Kaohsiung to Xiamen?

Conditions on this route vary by area and season, so there is no single best time that applies along its whole length. Always check current weather forecasts and sea conditions before departure.

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