Direct (nonstop) flights from Altay to Kuqa

1 airline flys nonstop from Altay Airport (AAT) to Kuqa Airport (KCA). It's 486 miles (782 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by Gestair.

AAT
Altay Airport
🇨🇳 Altay, China
KCA
Kuqa Airport
🇨🇳 Kuqa, China
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
486 mi
782 km
CO₂/pax
90 kg
−39 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Gestair
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Gestair Gestair

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Gestair G5 Gestair
Route
AAT → KCA
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
486 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Altay to Kuqa with one stop · direct emits 90 kg CO₂ per passenger

AAT BPL (Bole) KCA
Leg 1: 1h 10m (339 mi) Leg 2: 50m (222 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 129 kg CO₂ (+43% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → BPL
1h 10m · 339 mi
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Leg 2
BPL → KCA
50m · 222 mi
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AAT YIN (Yining) KCA
Leg 1: 1h 20m (418 mi) Leg 2: 50m (175 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 134 kg CO₂ (+49% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → YIN
1h 20m · 418 mi
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Leg 2
YIN → KCA
50m · 175 mi
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AAT SHF (Shihezi) KCA
Leg 1: 1h 5m (263 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (228 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 116 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → SHF
1h 5m · 263 mi
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Leg 2
SHF → KCA
1h 5m · 228 mi
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AAT KRY (Karamay) KCA
Leg 1: 55m (211 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (285 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 117 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → KRY
55m · 211 mi
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Leg 2
KRY → KCA
1h 15m · 285 mi
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AAT TCG (Tacheng) KCA
Leg 1: 1h (235 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (342 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 131 kg CO₂ (+46% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → TCG
1h · 235 mi
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Leg 2
TCG → KCA
1h 25m · 342 mi
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KCA → AAT: Flights from Kuqa to Altay

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Altay to Kuqa?

A nonstop flight from Altay (AAT) to Kuqa (KCA) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 486 miles (782 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Altay to Kuqa?

Just Gestair.

Is there a nonstop flight from Altay to Kuqa?

Yes. 1 airline: Gestair.

How far is Altay from Kuqa?

The flight distance from Altay to Kuqa is 486 miles (782 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Altay to Kuqa?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Altay to Kuqa?

Roughly 90 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 450 km.

Is the return flight from Kuqa to Altay also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Altay to Kuqa?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Altay Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.