Direct (nonstop) flights from Beijing to Urumqi

5 airlines fly nonstop from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). It's 1,514 miles (2,436 km), about 4h 20m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air China, China Southern Airlines and others.

PEK
Beijing Capital International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
Flight Time
4h 20m
Distance
1,514 mi
2,436 km
CO₂/pax
256 kg
−31 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Sichuan Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Air China Air China China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Shandong Airlines Shandong Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
PEK → URC
Flight Time
4h 20m
Distance
1,514 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
PEK → URC
Flight Time
4h 20m
Distance
1,514 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
PEK → URC
Flight Time
4h 20m
Distance
1,514 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
PEK → URC
Flight Time
4h 20m
Distance
1,514 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
PEK → URC
Flight Time
4h 20m
Distance
1,514 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Beijing to Urumqi with one stop · direct emits 256 kg CO₂ per passenger

PEK HMI (Hami) URC
Leg 1: 3h 35m (1,214 mi) Leg 2: 1h (306 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 287 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → HMI
3h 35m · 1,214 mi
View PEK to HMI flights →
Leg 2
HMI → URC
1h · 306 mi
View HMI to URC flights →
PEK HET (Hohhot) URC
Leg 1: 1h 20m (257 mi) Leg 2: 3h 35m (1,258 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 285 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → HET
1h 20m · 257 mi
View PEK to HET flights →
Leg 2
HET → URC
3h 35m · 1,258 mi
View HET to URC flights →
PEK INC (Yinchuan) URC
Leg 1: 1h 55m (560 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,056 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 308 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → INC
1h 55m · 560 mi
View PEK to INC flights →
Leg 2
INC → URC
3h 10m · 1,056 mi
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PEK XNN (Xining) URC
Leg 1: 2h 30m (826 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (921 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 348 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → XNN
2h 30m · 826 mi
View PEK to XNN flights →
Leg 2
XNN → URC
2h 35m · 921 mi
View XNN to URC flights →
PEK UYN (Yulin) URC
Leg 1: 1h 35m (393 mi) Leg 2: 3h 30m (1,211 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 303 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → UYN
1h 35m · 393 mi
View PEK to UYN flights →
Leg 2
UYN → URC
3h 30m · 1,211 mi
View UYN to URC flights →

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URC → PEK: Flights from Urumqi to Beijing

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Beijing to Urumqi?

A nonstop flight from Beijing (PEK) to Urumqi (URC) takes approximately 4 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 1,514 miles (2,436 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Beijing to Urumqi?

5 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Beijing to Urumqi?

Yes. 5 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

How far is Beijing from Urumqi?

The flight distance from Beijing to Urumqi is 1,514 miles (2,436 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 Beijing to Urumqi?

At 4h 20m, 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 Beijing to Urumqi?

Roughly 256 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,280 km.

Is the return flight from Urumqi to Beijing 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 Beijing 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 Beijing Capital International Airport for this flight?

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