Direct (nonstop) flights from Yinchuan to Urumqi

5 airlines fly nonstop from Yinchuan Hedong International Airport (INC) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). It's 1,056 miles (1,700 km), about 3h 10m in the air. Operated by Okay Airways, Loong Air, Tianjin Airlines and others.

INC
Yinchuan Hedong International Airport
🇨🇳 Yinchuan, China
URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,056 mi
1,700 km
CO₂/pax
179 kg
−42 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Okay Airways +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Okay Airways Okay Airways Loong Air Loong Air Tianjin Airlines Tianjin Airlines Xiamen Airlines Xiamen Airlines Shandong Airlines Shandong Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Okay Airways BK Okay Airways
Route
INC → URC
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,056 mi
Loong Air GJ Loong Air
Route
INC → URC
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,056 mi
Tianjin Airlines GS Tianjin Airlines
Route
INC → URC
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,056 mi
Xiamen Airlines MF Xiamen Airlines
Route
INC → URC
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,056 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
INC → URC
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,056 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Yinchuan to Urumqi with one stop · direct emits 179 kg CO₂ per passenger

INC HMI (Hami) URC
Leg 1: 2h 35m (751 mi) Leg 2: 1h (306 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 221 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
INC → HMI
2h 35m · 751 mi
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Leg 2
HMI → URC
1h · 306 mi
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INC XNN (Xining) URC
Leg 1: 1h 10m (269 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (921 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 245 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
INC → XNN
1h 10m · 269 mi
View INC to XNN flights →
Leg 2
XNN → URC
2h 35m · 921 mi
View XNN to URC flights →
INC JGN (Jiayuguan) URC
Leg 1: 2h (445 mi) Leg 2: 2h (625 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
INC → JGN
2h · 445 mi
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Leg 2
JGN → URC
2h · 625 mi
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INC UYN (Yulin) URC
Leg 1: 1h (174 mi) Leg 2: 3h 30m (1,211 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 262 kg CO₂ (+46% vs. direct)
Leg 1
INC → UYN
1h · 174 mi
View INC to UYN flights →
Leg 2
UYN → URC
3h 30m · 1,211 mi
View UYN to URC flights →
INC KRY (Karamay) URC
Leg 1: 3h 40m (1,211 mi) Leg 2: 55m (174 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 262 kg CO₂ (+46% vs. direct)
Leg 1
INC → KRY
3h 40m · 1,211 mi
View INC to KRY flights →
Leg 2
KRY → URC
55m · 174 mi
View KRY to URC flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Yinchuan to Urumqi?

A nonstop flight from Yinchuan (INC) to Urumqi (URC) takes approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 1,056 miles (1,700 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Yinchuan to Urumqi?

5 airlines: Okay Airways, Loong Air, Tianjin Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Yinchuan to Urumqi?

Yes. 5 airlines: Okay Airways, Loong Air, Tianjin Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

How far is Yinchuan from Urumqi?

The flight distance from Yinchuan to Urumqi is 1,056 miles (1,700 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 Yinchuan to Urumqi?

At 3h 10m, 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 Yinchuan to Urumqi?

Roughly 179 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 895 km.

Is the return flight from Urumqi to Yinchuan 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 Yinchuan 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 Yinchuan Hedong International Airport for this flight?

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