Direct (nonstop) flights from Urumqi to Yinchuan

5 airlines fly nonstop from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Yinchuan Hedong International Airport (INC). It's 1,056 miles (1,700 km), about 3h in the air. Operated by Okay Airways, Loong Air, Tianjin Airlines and others.

URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
INC
Yinchuan Hedong International Airport
🇨🇳 Yinchuan, China
Flight Time
3h
Distance
1,056 mi
1,700 km
CO₂/pax
179 kg
−42 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Okay Airways +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Okay Airways Okay Airways Loong Air Loong Air Tianjin Airlines Tianjin Airlines Xiamen Airlines Xiamen Airlines Shandong Airlines Shandong Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Okay Airways BK Okay Airways
Route
URC → INC
Flight Time
3h
Distance
1,056 mi
Loong Air GJ Loong Air
Route
URC → INC
Flight Time
3h
Distance
1,056 mi
Tianjin Airlines GS Tianjin Airlines
Route
URC → INC
Flight Time
3h
Distance
1,056 mi
Xiamen Airlines MF Xiamen Airlines
Route
URC → INC
Flight Time
3h
Distance
1,056 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
URC → INC
Flight Time
3h
Distance
1,056 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Urumqi to Yinchuan with one stop · direct emits 179 kg CO₂ per passenger

URC HMI (Hami) INC
Leg 1: 1h 20m (306 mi) Leg 2: 2h 13m (751 mi) Total: ~3h 33m 🍃 221 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → HMI
1h 20m · 306 mi
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Leg 2
HMI → INC
2h 13m · 751 mi
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URC JGN (Jiayuguan) INC
Leg 1: 1h 50m (625 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (445 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → JGN
1h 50m · 625 mi
View URC to JGN flights →
Leg 2
JGN → INC
1h 45m · 445 mi
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URC XNN (Xining) INC
Leg 1: 2h 30m (921 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (269 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 245 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → XNN
2h 30m · 921 mi
View URC to XNN flights →
Leg 2
XNN → INC
1h 10m · 269 mi
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URC KRY (Karamay) INC
Leg 1: 1h (174 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,211 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 262 kg CO₂ (+46% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → KRY
1h · 174 mi
View URC to KRY flights →
Leg 2
KRY → INC
3h 15m · 1,211 mi
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URC UYN (Yulin) INC
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,211 mi) Leg 2: 1h (174 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 262 kg CO₂ (+46% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → UYN
3h 20m · 1,211 mi
View URC to UYN flights →
Leg 2
UYN → INC
1h · 174 mi
View UYN to INC flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Urumqi to Yinchuan?

A nonstop flight from Urumqi (URC) to Yinchuan (INC) takes approximately 3 hours. The distance is 1,056 miles (1,700 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Urumqi to Yinchuan?

5 airlines: Okay Airways, Loong Air, Tianjin Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Urumqi to Yinchuan?

Yes. 5 airlines: Okay Airways, Loong Air, Tianjin Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

How far is Urumqi from Yinchuan?

The flight distance from Urumqi to Yinchuan is 1,056 miles (1,700 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 Yinchuan?

At 3h, 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 Yinchuan?

Roughly 179 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 895 km.

Is the return flight from Yinchuan 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 Yinchuan?

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.