Direct (nonstop) flights from Changsha to Urumqi

6 airlines fly nonstop from Changsha Huanghua Airport (CSX) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). It's 1,790 miles (2,880 km), about 4h 50m in the air. Operated by Okay Airways, China Southern Airlines, Fuzhou Airlines and others.

CSX
Changsha Huanghua Airport
🇨🇳 Changsha, China
URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
Flight Time
4h 50m
Distance
1,790 mi
2,880 km
CO₂/pax
302 kg
−32 kg vs. layover
Airlines
6
Okay Airways +5
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Okay Airways Okay Airways China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Fuzhou Airlines Fuzhou Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Xiamen Airlines Xiamen Airlines Qingdao Airlines Qingdao Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Okay Airways BK Okay Airways
Route
CSX → URC
Flight Time
4h 50m
Distance
1,790 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
CSX → URC
Flight Time
4h 50m
Distance
1,790 mi
Fuzhou Airlines FU Fuzhou Airlines
Route
CSX → URC
Flight Time
4h 50m
Distance
1,790 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
CSX → URC
Flight Time
4h 50m
Distance
1,790 mi
Xiamen Airlines MF Xiamen Airlines
Route
CSX → URC
Flight Time
4h 50m
Distance
1,790 mi
Qingdao Airlines QW Qingdao Airlines
Route
CSX → URC
Flight Time
4h 50m
Distance
1,790 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Changsha to Urumqi with one stop · direct emits 302 kg CO₂ per passenger

CSX WXN (Wanxian) URC
Leg 1: 1h 23m (339 mi) Leg 2: 3h 28m (1,458 mi) Total: ~4h 51m 🍃 334 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CSX → WXN
1h 23m · 339 mi
View CSX to WXN flights →
Leg 2
WXN → URC
3h 28m · 1,458 mi
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CSX MIG (Mian Yang) URC
Leg 1: 1h 50m (555 mi) Leg 2: 3h 25m (1,274 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 343 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CSX → MIG
1h 50m · 555 mi
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Leg 2
MIG → URC
3h 25m · 1,274 mi
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CSX GYS (Guangyuan) URC
Leg 1: 1h 50m (534 mi) Leg 2: 3h 28m (1,266 mi) Total: ~5h 18m 🍃 338 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CSX → GYS
1h 50m · 534 mi
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Leg 2
GYS → URC
3h 28m · 1,266 mi
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CSX LHW (Lanzhou) URC
Leg 1: 2h 35m (801 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (992 mi) Total: ~5h 25m 🍃 341 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CSX → LHW
2h 35m · 801 mi
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Leg 2
LHW → URC
2h 50m · 992 mi
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CSX XNN (Xining) URC
Leg 1: 2h 50m (869 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (921 mi) Total: ~5h 25m 🍃 356 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CSX → XNN
2h 50m · 869 mi
View CSX to XNN flights →
Leg 2
XNN → URC
2h 35m · 921 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Changsha to Urumqi?

A nonstop flight from Changsha (CSX) to Urumqi (URC) takes approximately 4 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 1,790 miles (2,880 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Changsha to Urumqi?

6 airlines: Okay Airways, China Southern Airlines, Fuzhou Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Qingdao Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Changsha to Urumqi?

Yes. 6 airlines: Okay Airways, China Southern Airlines, Fuzhou Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Qingdao Airlines.

How far is Changsha from Urumqi?

The flight distance from Changsha to Urumqi is 1,790 miles (2,880 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Changsha to Urumqi?

At 4h 50m, 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 Changsha to Urumqi?

Roughly 302 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,510 km.

Is the return flight from Urumqi to Changsha 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 Changsha 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 Changsha Huanghua Airport for this flight?

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