Direct (nonstop) flights from Urumqi to Dushanbe

3 airlines fly nonstop from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Dushanbe (DYU). It's 1,036 miles (1,668 km), about 3h 5m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, Great Dane Airlines, Somon Air.

URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
DYU
Dushanbe
🇹🇯 Dushanbe, Tajikistan
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,036 mi
1,668 km
CO₂/pax
175 kg
−50 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
China Southern Airlines +2
Time Diff
-3h
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Great Dane Airlines Great Dane Airlines Somon Air Somon Air

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
URC → DYU
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,036 mi
Great Dane Airlines DW Great Dane Airlines
Route
URC → DYU
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,036 mi
Somon Air SZ Somon Air
Route
URC → DYU
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,036 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Urumqi to Dushanbe with one stop · direct emits 175 kg CO₂ per passenger

URC BSZ (Bishkek) DYU
Leg 1: 2h 15m (656 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (429 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 225 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → BSZ
2h 15m · 656 mi
View URC to BSZ flights →
Leg 2
BSZ → DYU
1h 20m · 429 mi
View BSZ to DYU flights →
URC ALA (Almaty) DYU
Leg 1: 1h 55m (524 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (542 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 222 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → ALA
1h 55m · 524 mi
View URC to ALA flights →
Leg 2
ALA → DYU
1h 45m · 542 mi
View ALA to DYU flights →
URC TAS (Tashkent) DYU
Leg 1: 2h 55m (943 mi) Leg 2: 1h (188 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 219 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → TAS
2h 55m · 943 mi
View URC to TAS flights →
Leg 2
TAS → DYU
1h · 188 mi
View TAS to DYU flights →
URC NQZ (Astana) DYU
Leg 1: 2h 45m (894 mi) Leg 2: 2h 3m (871 mi) Total: ~4h 48m 🍃 351 kg CO₂ (+101% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → NQZ
2h 45m · 894 mi
View URC to NQZ flights →
Leg 2
NQZ → DYU
2h 3m · 871 mi
View NQZ to DYU flights →
URC GYD (Baku) DYU
Leg 1: 5h 5m (1,919 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (1,009 mi) Total: ~7h 40m 🍃 520 kg CO₂ (+197% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → GYD
5h 5m · 1,919 mi
View URC to GYD flights →
Leg 2
GYD → DYU
2h 35m · 1,009 mi
View GYD to DYU flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Urumqi to Dushanbe?

A nonstop flight from Urumqi (URC) to Dushanbe (DYU) takes approximately 3 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 1,036 miles (1,668 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Urumqi to Dushanbe?

3 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Great Dane Airlines, Somon Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Urumqi to Dushanbe?

Yes. 3 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Great Dane Airlines, Somon Air.

How far is Urumqi from Dushanbe?

The flight distance from Urumqi to Dushanbe is 1,036 miles (1,668 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Urumqi and Dushanbe?

Dushanbe is 3 hours behind Urumqi. (Asia/Shanghai vs Asia/Dushanbe.)

What type of aircraft flies from Urumqi to Dushanbe?

At 3h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from China to Tajikistan?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Tajikistan embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

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

Roughly 175 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 875 km.

Is the return flight from Dushanbe 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 Dushanbe?

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?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.