Direct (nonstop) flights from Turpan to Xian

1 airline flys nonstop from Turpan Jiaohe Airport (TLQ) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY). It's 1,213 miles (1,952 km), about 3h 15m in the air. Operated by 9 Air.

TLQ
Turpan Jiaohe Airport
🇨🇳 Turpan, China
XIY
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport
🇨🇳 Xian, China
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,213 mi
1,952 km
CO₂/pax
205 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
9 Air
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by 9 Air 9 Air

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

9 Air AQ 9 Air
Route
TLQ → XIY
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,213 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Turpan to Xian with one stop · direct emits 205 kg CO₂ per passenger

TLQ GYU (Guyuan) XIY
Leg 1: 2h 35m (1,030 mi) Leg 2: 1h (183 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 233 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TLQ → GYU
2h 35m · 1,030 mi
View TLQ to GYU flights →
Leg 2
GYU → XIY
1h · 183 mi
View GYU to XIY flights →
TLQ ZHY (Zhongwei) XIY
Leg 1: 2h 25m (926 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (296 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 251 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TLQ → ZHY
2h 25m · 926 mi
View TLQ to ZHY flights →
Leg 2
ZHY → XIY
1h 25m · 296 mi
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TLQ KRY (Karamay) XIY
Leg 1: 1h (274 mi) Leg 2: 3h 30m (1,474 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 325 kg CO₂ (+59% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TLQ → KRY
1h · 274 mi
View TLQ to KRY flights →
Leg 2
KRY → XIY
3h 30m · 1,474 mi
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TLQ TFU (Chengdu) XIY
Leg 1: 3h 8m (1,219 mi) Leg 2: 1h 23m (380 mi) Total: ~4h 31m 🍃 301 kg CO₂ (+47% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TLQ → TFU
3h 8m · 1,219 mi
View TLQ to TFU flights →
Leg 2
TFU → XIY
1h 23m · 380 mi
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TLQ AAT (Altay) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 10m (330 mi) Leg 2: 3h 25m (1,409 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 324 kg CO₂ (+58% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TLQ → AAT
1h 10m · 330 mi
View TLQ to AAT flights →
Leg 2
AAT → XIY
3h 25m · 1,409 mi
View AAT to XIY flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Turpan to Xian?

A nonstop flight from Turpan (TLQ) to Xian (XIY) takes approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 1,213 miles (1,952 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Turpan to Xian?

Just 9 Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Turpan to Xian?

Yes. 1 airline: 9 Air.

How far is Turpan from Xian?

The flight distance from Turpan to Xian is 1,213 miles (1,952 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 Turpan to Xian?

At 3h 15m, 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 Turpan to Xian?

Roughly 205 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,025 km.

Is the return flight from Xian to Turpan 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 Turpan to Xian?

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 Turpan Jiaohe Airport for this flight?

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