Direct (nonstop) flights from Lanzhou to Urumqi

7 airlines fly nonstop from Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). It's 992 miles (1,596 km), about 2h 50m in the air. Operated by Lucky Air, Spring Airlines, China Southern Airlines and others.

LHW
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport
🇨🇳 Lanzhou, China
URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
992 mi
1,596 km
CO₂/pax
168 kg
−45 kg vs. layover
Airlines
7
Lucky Air +6
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Lucky Air Lucky Air Spring Airlines Spring Airlines China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Qingdao Airlines Qingdao Airlines Shandong Airlines Shandong Airlines +1 more

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Lucky Air 8L Lucky Air
Route
LHW → URC
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
992 mi
Spring Airlines 9C Spring Airlines
Route
LHW → URC
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
992 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
LHW → URC
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
992 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
LHW → URC
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
992 mi
Qingdao Airlines QW Qingdao Airlines
Route
LHW → URC
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
992 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
LHW → URC
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
992 mi
Urumqi Airlines UQ Urumqi Airlines
Route
LHW → URC
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
992 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lanzhou to Urumqi with one stop · direct emits 168 kg CO₂ per passenger

LHW JIC (Jinchang) URC
Leg 1: 55m (156 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (857 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 213 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → JIC
55m · 156 mi
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Leg 2
JIC → URC
2h 15m · 857 mi
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LHW JGN (Jiayuguan) URC
Leg 1: 1h 30m (368 mi) Leg 2: 2h (625 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 209 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → JGN
1h 30m · 368 mi
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Leg 2
JGN → URC
2h · 625 mi
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LHW HMI (Hami) URC
Leg 1: 2h 35m (700 mi) Leg 2: 1h (306 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 211 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → HMI
2h 35m · 700 mi
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Leg 2
HMI → URC
1h · 306 mi
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LHW DNH (Dunhuang) URC
Leg 1: 1h 45m (547 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (450 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 209 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → DNH
1h 45m · 547 mi
View LHW to DNH flights →
Leg 2
DNH → URC
1h 55m · 450 mi
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LHW YZY (Zhangye) URC
Leg 1: 1h 5m (226 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (770 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 209 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → YZY
1h 5m · 226 mi
View LHW to YZY flights →
Leg 2
YZY → URC
2h 35m · 770 mi
View YZY to URC flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lanzhou to Urumqi?

A nonstop flight from Lanzhou (LHW) to Urumqi (URC) takes approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 992 miles (1,596 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lanzhou to Urumqi?

7 airlines: Lucky Air, Spring Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Shandong Airlines, Urumqi Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lanzhou to Urumqi?

Yes. 7 airlines: Lucky Air, Spring Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Shandong Airlines, Urumqi Airlines.

How far is Lanzhou from Urumqi?

The flight distance from Lanzhou to Urumqi is 992 miles (1,596 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 Lanzhou to Urumqi?

At 2h 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 Lanzhou to Urumqi?

Roughly 168 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 840 km.

Is the return flight from Urumqi to Lanzhou 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 Lanzhou 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 Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport for this flight?

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