Direct (nonstop) flights from Urumqi to Jinchang

1 airline flys nonstop from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Jinchuan Airport (JIC). It's 857 miles (1,379 km), about 2h 40m in the air. Operated by Tianjin Airlines.

URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
JIC
Jinchuan Airport
🇨🇳 Jinchang, China
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
857 mi
1,379 km
CO₂/pax
159 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Tianjin Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Tianjin Airlines Tianjin Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Tianjin Airlines GS Tianjin Airlines
Route
URC → JIC
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
857 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Urumqi to Jinchang with one stop · direct emits 159 kg CO₂ per passenger

URC DNH (Dunhuang) JIC
Leg 1: 1h 35m (450 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (426 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 187 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → DNH
1h 35m · 450 mi
View URC to DNH flights →
Leg 2
DNH → JIC
1h 20m · 426 mi
View DNH to JIC flights →
URC JGN (Jiayuguan) JIC
Leg 1: 1h 50m (625 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (233 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 184 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → JGN
1h 50m · 625 mi
View URC to JGN flights →
Leg 2
JGN → JIC
1h 10m · 233 mi
View JGN to JIC flights →
URC LHW (Lanzhou) JIC
Leg 1: 2h 45m (992 mi) Leg 2: 55m (156 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 222 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → LHW
2h 45m · 992 mi
View URC to LHW flights →
Leg 2
LHW → JIC
55m · 156 mi
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URC XIY (Xian) JIC
Leg 1: 3h 25m (1,310 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (455 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 330 kg CO₂ (+108% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → XIY
3h 25m · 1,310 mi
View URC to XIY flights →
Leg 2
XIY → JIC
1h 40m · 455 mi
View XIY to JIC flights →
URC CKG (Chongqing) JIC
Leg 1: 4h (1,437 mi) Leg 2: 2h 18m (656 mi) Total: ~6h 18m 🍃 389 kg CO₂ (+145% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → CKG
4h · 1,437 mi
View URC to CKG flights →
Leg 2
CKG → JIC
2h 18m · 656 mi
View CKG to JIC flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Urumqi to Jinchang?

A nonstop flight from Urumqi (URC) to Jinchang (JIC) takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 857 miles (1,379 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Urumqi to Jinchang?

Just Tianjin Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Urumqi to Jinchang?

Yes. 1 airline: Tianjin Airlines.

How far is Urumqi from Jinchang?

The flight distance from Urumqi to Jinchang is 857 miles (1,379 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Urumqi to Jinchang?

At 2h 40m, 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 Jinchang?

Roughly 159 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 795 km.

Is the return flight from Jinchang 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 Jinchang?

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.