Direct (nonstop) flights from Tianjin to Urumqi

4 airlines fly nonstop from Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). It's 1,575 miles (2,535 km), about 4h 35m in the air. Operated by Air China, China Southern Airlines, Tianjin Airlines and others.

TSN
Tianjin Binhai International Airport
🇨🇳 Tianjin, China
URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
Flight Time
4h 35m
Distance
1,575 mi
2,535 km
CO₂/pax
266 kg
−31 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Air China +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air China Air China China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Tianjin Airlines Tianjin Airlines Xiamen Airlines Xiamen Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
TSN → URC
Flight Time
4h 35m
Distance
1,575 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
TSN → URC
Flight Time
4h 35m
Distance
1,575 mi
Tianjin Airlines GS Tianjin Airlines
Route
TSN → URC
Flight Time
4h 35m
Distance
1,575 mi
Xiamen Airlines MF Xiamen Airlines
Route
TSN → URC
Flight Time
4h 35m
Distance
1,575 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Tianjin to Urumqi with one stop · direct emits 266 kg CO₂ per passenger

TSN HET (Hohhot) URC
Leg 1: 1h 25m (317 mi) Leg 2: 3h 35m (1,258 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 297 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TSN → HET
1h 25m · 317 mi
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Leg 2
HET → URC
3h 35m · 1,258 mi
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TSN TYN (Taiyuan) URC
Leg 1: 1h 15m (273 mi) Leg 2: 3h 50m (1,378 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 309 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TSN → TYN
1h 15m · 273 mi
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Leg 2
TYN → URC
3h 50m · 1,378 mi
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TSN UYN (Yulin) URC
Leg 1: 1h 40m (422 mi) Leg 2: 3h 30m (1,211 mi) Total: ~5h 10m 🍃 308 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TSN → UYN
1h 40m · 422 mi
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Leg 2
UYN → URC
3h 30m · 1,211 mi
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TSN LHW (Lanzhou) URC
Leg 1: 2h 30m (772 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (992 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 336 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TSN → LHW
2h 30m · 772 mi
View TSN to LHW flights →
Leg 2
LHW → URC
2h 50m · 992 mi
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TSN INC (Yinchuan) URC
Leg 1: 2h 10m (595 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,056 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 314 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TSN → INC
2h 10m · 595 mi
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Leg 2
INC → URC
3h 10m · 1,056 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Tianjin to Urumqi?

A nonstop flight from Tianjin (TSN) to Urumqi (URC) takes approximately 4 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 1,575 miles (2,535 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Tianjin to Urumqi?

4 airlines: Air China, China Southern Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, Xiamen Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Tianjin to Urumqi?

Yes. 4 airlines: Air China, China Southern Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, Xiamen Airlines.

How far is Tianjin from Urumqi?

The flight distance from Tianjin to Urumqi is 1,575 miles (2,535 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Tianjin to Urumqi?

At 4h 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 Tianjin to Urumqi?

Roughly 266 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,330 km.

Is the return flight from Urumqi to Tianjin 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 Tianjin 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 Tianjin Binhai International Airport for this flight?

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