Direct (nonstop) flights from Chengdu to Urumqi

3 airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). It's 1,287 miles (2,071 km), about 3h 35m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines.

CTU
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,287 mi
2,071 km
CO₂/pax
217 kg
−57 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Sichuan Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Air China Air China Chengdu Airlines Chengdu Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
CTU → URC
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,287 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
CTU → URC
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,287 mi
Chengdu Airlines EU Chengdu Airlines
Route
CTU → URC
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,287 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chengdu to Urumqi with one stop · direct emits 217 kg CO₂ per passenger

CTU XNN (Xining) URC
Leg 1: 1h 25m (424 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (921 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 274 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → XNN
1h 25m · 424 mi
View CTU to XNN flights →
Leg 2
XNN → URC
2h 35m · 921 mi
View XNN to URC flights →
CTU LHW (Lanzhou) URC
Leg 1: 1h 20m (409 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (992 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 269 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → LHW
1h 20m · 409 mi
View CTU to LHW flights →
Leg 2
LHW → URC
2h 50m · 992 mi
View LHW to URC flights →
CTU ZHY (Zhongwei) URC
Leg 1: 1h 40m (487 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,022 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 288 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → ZHY
1h 40m · 487 mi
View CTU to ZHY flights →
Leg 2
ZHY → URC
3h 5m · 1,022 mi
View ZHY to URC flights →
CTU INC (Yinchuan) URC
Leg 1: 1h 45m (551 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,056 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 306 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → INC
1h 45m · 551 mi
View CTU to INC flights →
Leg 2
INC → URC
3h 10m · 1,056 mi
View INC to URC flights →
CTU YCU (Yuncheng) URC
Leg 1: 1h 25m (516 mi) Leg 2: 3h 50m (1,391 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 356 kg CO₂ (+64% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → YCU
1h 25m · 516 mi
View CTU to YCU flights →
Leg 2
YCU → URC
3h 50m · 1,391 mi
View YCU to URC flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chengdu to Urumqi?

A nonstop flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Urumqi (URC) takes approximately 3 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 1,287 miles (2,071 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu to Urumqi?

3 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chengdu to Urumqi?

Yes. 3 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines.

How far is Chengdu from Urumqi?

The flight distance from Chengdu to Urumqi is 1,287 miles (2,071 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Chengdu to Urumqi?

At 3h 35m, 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 Chengdu to Urumqi?

Roughly 217 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,085 km.

Is the return flight from Urumqi to Chengdu 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 Chengdu 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 Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport for this flight?

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