Direct (nonstop) flights from Altay to Shihezi

2 airlines fly nonstop from Altay Airport (AAT) to Shihezi Huayuan Airport (SHF). It's 263 miles (424 km), about 1h 5m in the air. Operated by Chengdu Airlines, Gestair.

AAT
Altay Airport
🇨🇳 Altay, China
SHF
Shihezi Huayuan Airport
🇨🇳 Shihezi, China
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
263 mi
424 km
CO₂/pax
49 kg
−58 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Chengdu Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Chengdu Airlines Chengdu Airlines Gestair Gestair

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Chengdu Airlines EU Chengdu Airlines
Route
AAT → SHF
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
263 mi
Gestair G5 Gestair
Route
AAT → SHF
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
263 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Altay to Shihezi with one stop · direct emits 49 kg CO₂ per passenger

AAT TCG (Tacheng) SHF
Leg 1: 1h (235 mi) Leg 2: 1h (208 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 107 kg CO₂ (+118% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → TCG
1h · 235 mi
View AAT to TCG flights →
Leg 2
TCG → SHF
1h · 208 mi
View TCG to SHF flights →
AAT YIN (Yining) SHF
Leg 1: 1h 20m (418 mi) Leg 2: 55m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 144 kg CO₂ (+194% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → YIN
1h 20m · 418 mi
View AAT to YIN flights →
Leg 2
YIN → SHF
55m · 227 mi
View YIN to SHF flights →
AAT KCA (Kuqa) SHF
Leg 1: 1h 30m (486 mi) Leg 2: 1h (228 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 157 kg CO₂ (+220% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → KCA
1h 30m · 486 mi
View AAT to KCA flights →
Leg 2
KCA → SHF
1h · 228 mi
View KCA to SHF flights →
AAT KRL (Korla) SHF
Leg 1: 1h 30m (434 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (181 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 139 kg CO₂ (+184% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → KRL
1h 30m · 434 mi
View AAT to KRL flights →
Leg 2
KRL → SHF
1h 5m · 181 mi
View KRL to SHF flights →
AAT HMI (Hami) SHF
Leg 1: 1h 20m (423 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (388 mi) Total: ~2h 48m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+257% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → HMI
1h 20m · 423 mi
View AAT to HMI flights →
Leg 2
HMI → SHF
1h 28m · 388 mi
View HMI to SHF flights →

Looking for the return flight?

SHF → AAT: Flights from Shihezi to Altay

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Altay to Shihezi?

A nonstop flight from Altay (AAT) to Shihezi (SHF) takes approximately 1 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 263 miles (424 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Altay to Shihezi?

2 airlines: Chengdu Airlines, Gestair.

Is there a nonstop flight from Altay to Shihezi?

Yes. 2 airlines: Chengdu Airlines, Gestair.

How far is Altay from Shihezi?

The flight distance from Altay to Shihezi is 263 miles (424 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Altay to Shihezi?

At 1h 5m, 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 Shihezi?

Roughly 49 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 245 km.

Is the return flight from Shihezi 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 Shihezi?

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.