Direct (nonstop) flights from Altay to Urumqi

2 airlines fly nonstop from Altay Airport (AAT) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). It's 267 miles (430 km), about 1h 20m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, Tianjin Airlines.

AAT
Altay Airport
🇨🇳 Altay, China
URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
267 mi
430 km
CO₂/pax
49 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
China Southern Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Tianjin Airlines Tianjin Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
AAT → URC
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
267 mi
Tianjin Airlines GS Tianjin Airlines
Route
AAT → URC
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
267 mi

Alternative Routes

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

AAT KRY (Karamay) URC
Leg 1: 55m (211 mi) Leg 2: 55m (174 mi) Total: ~1h 50m 🍃 96 kg CO₂ (+96% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → KRY
55m · 211 mi
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Leg 2
KRY → URC
55m · 174 mi
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AAT TCG (Tacheng) URC
Leg 1: 1h (235 mi) Leg 2: 1h 8m (278 mi) Total: ~2h 8m 🍃 119 kg CO₂ (+143% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → TCG
1h · 235 mi
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Leg 2
TCG → URC
1h 8m · 278 mi
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AAT BPL (Bole) URC
Leg 1: 1h 10m (339 mi) Leg 2: 1h 8m (265 mi) Total: ~2h 18m 🍃 137 kg CO₂ (+180% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → BPL
1h 10m · 339 mi
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Leg 2
BPL → URC
1h 8m · 265 mi
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AAT HMI (Hami) URC
Leg 1: 1h 20m (423 mi) Leg 2: 1h (306 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 160 kg CO₂ (+227% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → HMI
1h 20m · 423 mi
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Leg 2
HMI → URC
1h · 306 mi
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AAT KRL (Korla) URC
Leg 1: 1h 30m (434 mi) Leg 2: 1h (171 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 137 kg CO₂ (+180% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AAT → KRL
1h 30m · 434 mi
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Leg 2
KRL → URC
1h · 171 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Altay to Urumqi?

A nonstop flight from Altay (AAT) to Urumqi (URC) takes approximately 1 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 267 miles (430 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Altay to Urumqi?

2 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Tianjin Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Altay to Urumqi?

Yes. 2 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Tianjin Airlines.

How far is Altay from Urumqi?

The flight distance from Altay to Urumqi is 267 miles (430 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 Urumqi?

At 1h 20m, 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 Urumqi?

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

Is the return flight from Urumqi 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 Urumqi?

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.