Direct (nonstop) flights from Tacheng to Urumqi

3 airlines fly nonstop from Tacheng Airport (TCG) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). It's 278 miles (447 km), about 1h 8m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, Chengdu Airlines, Tianjin Airlines.

TCG
Tacheng Airport
🇨🇳 Tacheng, China
URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
Flight Time
1h 8m
Distance
278 mi
447 km
CO₂/pax
51 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
China Southern Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Chengdu Airlines Chengdu Airlines Tianjin Airlines Tianjin Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
TCG → URC
Flight Time
1h 8m
Distance
278 mi
Chengdu Airlines EU Chengdu Airlines
Route
TCG → URC
Flight Time
1h 8m
Distance
278 mi
Tianjin Airlines GS Tianjin Airlines
Route
TCG → URC
Flight Time
1h 8m
Distance
278 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Tacheng to Urumqi with one stop · direct emits 51 kg CO₂ per passenger

TCG BPL (Bole) URC
Leg 1: 1h (132 mi) Leg 2: 1h 8m (265 mi) Total: ~2h 8m 🍃 98 kg CO₂ (+92% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TCG → BPL
1h · 132 mi
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Leg 2
BPL → URC
1h 8m · 265 mi
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TCG AAT (Altay) URC
Leg 1: 1h (235 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (267 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 117 kg CO₂ (+129% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TCG → AAT
1h · 235 mi
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Leg 2
AAT → URC
1h 20m · 267 mi
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TCG YIN (Yining) URC
Leg 1: 1h 5m (211 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (306 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 121 kg CO₂ (+137% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TCG → YIN
1h 5m · 211 mi
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Leg 2
YIN → URC
1h 20m · 306 mi
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TCG KCA (Kuqa) URC
Leg 1: 1h 25m (342 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (273 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 138 kg CO₂ (+171% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TCG → KCA
1h 25m · 342 mi
View TCG to KCA flights →
Leg 2
KCA → URC
1h 5m · 273 mi
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TCG HMI (Hami) URC
Leg 1: 1h 40m (558 mi) Leg 2: 1h (306 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+263% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TCG → HMI
1h 40m · 558 mi
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Leg 2
HMI → URC
1h · 306 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Tacheng to Urumqi?

A nonstop flight from Tacheng (TCG) to Urumqi (URC) takes approximately 1 hours and 8 minutes. The distance is 278 miles (447 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Tacheng to Urumqi?

3 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Chengdu Airlines, Tianjin Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Tacheng to Urumqi?

Yes. 3 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Chengdu Airlines, Tianjin Airlines.

How far is Tacheng from Urumqi?

The flight distance from Tacheng to Urumqi is 278 miles (447 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Tacheng to Urumqi?

At 1h 8m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Tacheng to Urumqi?

Roughly 51 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 255 km.

Is the return flight from Urumqi to Tacheng 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 Tacheng 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 Tacheng Airport for this flight?

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