Direct (nonstop) flights from Shenzhen to Urumqi

4 airlines fly nonstop from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). It's 2,097 miles (3,374 km), about 5h 35m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Urumqi Airlines and others.

SZX
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
🇨🇳 Shenzhen, China
URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
Flight Time
5h 35m
Distance
2,097 mi
3,374 km
CO₂/pax
354 kg
−38 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
China Southern Airlines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Urumqi Airlines Urumqi Airlines Shenzhen Airlines Shenzhen Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
SZX → URC
Flight Time
5h 35m
Distance
2,097 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
SZX → URC
Flight Time
5h 35m
Distance
2,097 mi
Urumqi Airlines UQ Urumqi Airlines
Route
SZX → URC
Flight Time
5h 35m
Distance
2,097 mi
Shenzhen Airlines ZH Shenzhen Airlines
Route
SZX → URC
Flight Time
5h 35m
Distance
2,097 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Shenzhen to Urumqi with one stop · direct emits 354 kg CO₂ per passenger

SZX WXN (Wanxian) URC
Leg 1: 2h 8m (652 mi) Leg 2: 3h 28m (1,458 mi) Total: ~5h 36m 🍃 392 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZX → WXN
2h 8m · 652 mi
View SZX to WXN flights →
Leg 2
WXN → URC
3h 28m · 1,458 mi
View WXN to URC flights →
SZX IQN (Qingyang) URC
Leg 1: 2h 40m (980 mi) Leg 2: 3h 23m (1,203 mi) Total: ~6h 3m 🍃 394 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZX → IQN
2h 40m · 980 mi
View SZX to IQN flights →
Leg 2
IQN → URC
3h 23m · 1,203 mi
View IQN to URC flights →
SZX XNN (Xining) URC
Leg 1: 3h 30m (1,188 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (921 mi) Total: ~6h 5m 🍃 396 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZX → XNN
3h 30m · 1,188 mi
View SZX to XNN flights →
Leg 2
XNN → URC
2h 35m · 921 mi
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SZX CTU (Chengdu) URC
Leg 1: 2h 35m (818 mi) Leg 2: 3h 35m (1,287 mi) Total: ~6h 10m 🍃 393 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZX → CTU
2h 35m · 818 mi
View SZX to CTU flights →
Leg 2
CTU → URC
3h 35m · 1,287 mi
View CTU to URC flights →
SZX MIG (Mian Yang) URC
Leg 1: 2h 45m (823 mi) Leg 2: 3h 25m (1,274 mi) Total: ~6h 10m 🍃 392 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZX → MIG
2h 45m · 823 mi
View SZX to MIG flights →
Leg 2
MIG → URC
3h 25m · 1,274 mi
View MIG to URC flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Shenzhen to Urumqi?

A nonstop flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Urumqi (URC) takes approximately 5 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 2,097 miles (3,374 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Shenzhen to Urumqi?

4 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Urumqi Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Shenzhen to Urumqi?

Yes. 4 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Urumqi Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

How far is Shenzhen from Urumqi?

The flight distance from Shenzhen to Urumqi is 2,097 miles (3,374 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What type of aircraft flies from Shenzhen to Urumqi?

At 5h 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 Shenzhen to Urumqi?

Roughly 354 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,770 km.

Is the return flight from Urumqi to Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport for this flight?

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