Direct (nonstop) flights from Chengdu to Urumqi

11 airlines fly nonstop from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). It's 1,320 miles (2,124 km), about 3h 40m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Spring Airlines and others.

TFU
Tianfu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,320 mi
2,124 km
CO₂/pax
223 kg
−38 kg vs. layover
Airlines
11
Sichuan Airlines +10
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Lucky Air Lucky Air Spring Airlines Spring Airlines Air China Air China China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Chengdu Airlines Chengdu Airlines +5 more

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
TFU → URC
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,320 mi
Lucky Air 8L Lucky Air
Route
TFU → URC
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,320 mi
Spring Airlines 9C Spring Airlines
Route
TFU → URC
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,320 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
TFU → URC
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,320 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
TFU → URC
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,320 mi
Chengdu Airlines EU Chengdu Airlines
Route
TFU → URC
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,320 mi
Shanghai Airlines FM Shanghai Airlines
Route
TFU → URC
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,320 mi
Tianjin Airlines GS Tianjin Airlines
Route
TFU → URC
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,320 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
TFU → URC
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,320 mi
Qingdao Airlines QW Qingdao Airlines
Route
TFU → URC
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,320 mi
Urumqi Airlines UQ Urumqi Airlines
Route
TFU → URC
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,320 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chengdu to Urumqi with one stop · direct emits 223 kg CO₂ per passenger

TFU HMI (Hami) URC
Leg 1: 3h (1,061 mi) Leg 2: 1h (306 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 261 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → HMI
3h · 1,061 mi
View TFU to HMI flights →
Leg 2
HMI → URC
1h · 306 mi
View HMI to URC flights →
TFU XNN (Xining) URC
Leg 1: 1h 40m (450 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (921 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 278 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → XNN
1h 40m · 450 mi
View TFU to XNN flights →
Leg 2
XNN → URC
2h 35m · 921 mi
View XNN to URC flights →
TFU DNH (Dunhuang) URC
Leg 1: 2h 25m (876 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (450 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 270 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → DNH
2h 25m · 876 mi
View TFU to DNH flights →
Leg 2
DNH → URC
1h 55m · 450 mi
View DNH to URC flights →
TFU LHW (Lanzhou) URC
Leg 1: 1h 33m (429 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (992 mi) Total: ~4h 23m 🍃 272 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → LHW
1h 33m · 429 mi
View TFU to LHW flights →
Leg 2
LHW → URC
2h 50m · 992 mi
View LHW to URC flights →
TFU JGN (Jiayuguan) URC
Leg 1: 2h 25m (743 mi) Leg 2: 2h (625 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 278 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → JGN
2h 25m · 743 mi
View TFU to JGN flights →
Leg 2
JGN → URC
2h · 625 mi
View JGN to URC flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chengdu to Urumqi?

A nonstop flight from Chengdu (TFU) to Urumqi (URC) takes approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 1,320 miles (2,124 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu to Urumqi?

11 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Spring Airlines, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Chengdu Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Urumqi Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chengdu to Urumqi?

Yes. 11 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Spring Airlines, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Chengdu Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Urumqi Airlines.

How far is Chengdu from Urumqi?

The flight distance from Chengdu to Urumqi is 1,320 miles (2,124 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 Chengdu to Urumqi?

At 3h 40m, 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 Chengdu to Urumqi?

Roughly 223 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,115 km.

Is the return flight from Urumqi to Chengdu 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 Chengdu 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 Tianfu International Airport for this flight?

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