Direct (nonstop) flights from Urumqi to Chengdu

3 airlines fly nonstop from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). It's 1,287 miles (2,071 km), about 3h 35m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines.

URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
CTU
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,287 mi
2,071 km
CO₂/pax
217 kg
−57 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Sichuan Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Air China Air China Chengdu Airlines Chengdu Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
URC → CTU
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,287 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
URC → CTU
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,287 mi
Chengdu Airlines EU Chengdu Airlines
Route
URC → CTU
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,287 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Urumqi to Chengdu with one stop · direct emits 217 kg CO₂ per passenger

URC XNN (Xining) CTU
Leg 1: 2h 30m (921 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (424 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 274 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → XNN
2h 30m · 921 mi
View URC to XNN flights →
Leg 2
XNN → CTU
1h 35m · 424 mi
View XNN to CTU flights →
URC LHW (Lanzhou) CTU
Leg 1: 2h 45m (992 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (409 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 269 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → LHW
2h 45m · 992 mi
View URC to LHW flights →
Leg 2
LHW → CTU
1h 35m · 409 mi
View LHW to CTU flights →
URC ZHY (Zhongwei) CTU
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,022 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (487 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 288 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → ZHY
2h 50m · 1,022 mi
View URC to ZHY flights →
Leg 2
ZHY → CTU
1h 50m · 487 mi
View ZHY to CTU flights →
URC DZH (Dazhou) CTU
Leg 1: 3h 48m (1,404 mi) Leg 2: 1h (209 mi) Total: ~4h 48m 🍃 301 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → DZH
3h 48m · 1,404 mi
View URC to DZH flights →
Leg 2
DZH → CTU
1h · 209 mi
View DZH to CTU flights →
URC INC (Yinchuan) CTU
Leg 1: 3h (1,056 mi) Leg 2: 2h (551 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 306 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → INC
3h · 1,056 mi
View URC to INC flights →
Leg 2
INC → CTU
2h · 551 mi
View INC to CTU flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Urumqi to Chengdu?

A nonstop flight from Urumqi (URC) to Chengdu (CTU) takes approximately 3 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 1,287 miles (2,071 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Urumqi to Chengdu?

3 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Urumqi to Chengdu?

Yes. 3 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines.

How far is Urumqi from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Urumqi to Chengdu is 1,287 miles (2,071 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 Urumqi to Chengdu?

At 3h 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 Urumqi to Chengdu?

Roughly 217 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,085 km.

Is the return flight from Chengdu to Urumqi 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 Urumqi to Chengdu?

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 Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport for this flight?

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