Direct (nonstop) flights from Guangzhou to Urumqi

5 airlines fly nonstop from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). It's 2,036 miles (3,277 km), about 5h 30m in the air. Operated by 9 Air, Air China, China Southern Airlines and others.

CAN
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
🇨🇳 Guangzhou, China
URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
Flight Time
5h 30m
Distance
2,036 mi
3,277 km
CO₂/pax
344 kg
−36 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
9 Air +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by 9 Air 9 Air Air China Air China China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Urumqi Airlines Urumqi Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

9 Air AQ 9 Air
Route
CAN → URC
Flight Time
5h 30m
Distance
2,036 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
CAN → URC
Flight Time
5h 30m
Distance
2,036 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
CAN → URC
Flight Time
5h 30m
Distance
2,036 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
CAN → URC
Flight Time
5h 30m
Distance
2,036 mi
Urumqi Airlines UQ Urumqi Airlines
Route
CAN → URC
Flight Time
5h 30m
Distance
2,036 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Guangzhou to Urumqi with one stop · direct emits 344 kg CO₂ per passenger

CAN WXN (Wanxian) URC
Leg 1: 2h 5m (592 mi) Leg 2: 3h 28m (1,458 mi) Total: ~5h 33m 🍃 380 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → WXN
2h 5m · 592 mi
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Leg 2
WXN → URC
3h 28m · 1,458 mi
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CAN CTU (Chengdu) URC
Leg 1: 2h 30m (759 mi) Leg 2: 3h 35m (1,287 mi) Total: ~6h 5m 🍃 382 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → CTU
2h 30m · 759 mi
View CAN to CTU flights →
Leg 2
CTU → URC
3h 35m · 1,287 mi
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CAN TFU (Chengdu) URC
Leg 1: 2h 25m (725 mi) Leg 2: 3h 40m (1,320 mi) Total: ~6h 5m 🍃 382 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → TFU
2h 25m · 725 mi
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Leg 2
TFU → URC
3h 40m · 1,320 mi
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CAN KWE (Guiyang) URC
Leg 1: 1h 45m (462 mi) Leg 2: 4h 20m (1,612 mi) Total: ~6h 5m 🍃 382 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → KWE
1h 45m · 462 mi
View CAN to KWE flights →
Leg 2
KWE → URC
4h 20m · 1,612 mi
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CAN LHW (Lanzhou) URC
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,072 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (992 mi) Total: ~6h 10m 🍃 374 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → LHW
3h 20m · 1,072 mi
View CAN to LHW flights →
Leg 2
LHW → URC
2h 50m · 992 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Guangzhou to Urumqi?

A nonstop flight from Guangzhou (CAN) to Urumqi (URC) takes approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 2,036 miles (3,277 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Guangzhou to Urumqi?

5 airlines: 9 Air, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Urumqi Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Guangzhou to Urumqi?

Yes. 5 airlines: 9 Air, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Urumqi Airlines.

How far is Guangzhou from Urumqi?

The flight distance from Guangzhou to Urumqi is 2,036 miles (3,277 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What type of aircraft flies from Guangzhou to Urumqi?

At 5h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Guangzhou to Urumqi?

Roughly 344 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,720 km.

Is the return flight from Urumqi to Guangzhou 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 Guangzhou 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 Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport for this flight?

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