Direct (nonstop) flights from Urumqi to Nanjing

3 airlines fly nonstop from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Lu Kou Airport (NKG). It's 1,896 miles (3,051 km), about 4h 33m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
NKG
Lu Kou Airport
🇨🇳 Nanjing, China
Flight Time
4h 33m
Distance
1,896 mi
3,051 km
CO₂/pax
320 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
China Southern Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Shandong Airlines Shandong Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
URC → NKG
Flight Time
4h 33m
Distance
1,896 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
URC → NKG
Flight Time
4h 33m
Distance
1,896 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
URC → NKG
Flight Time
4h 33m
Distance
1,896 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Urumqi to Nanjing with one stop · direct emits 320 kg CO₂ per passenger

URC XNN (Xining) NKG
Leg 1: 2h 30m (921 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (1,017 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 367 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → XNN
2h 30m · 921 mi
View URC to XNN flights →
Leg 2
XNN → NKG
2h 35m · 1,017 mi
View XNN to NKG flights →
URC LHW (Lanzhou) NKG
Leg 1: 2h 45m (992 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (932 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 351 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → LHW
2h 45m · 992 mi
View URC to LHW flights →
Leg 2
LHW → NKG
2h 30m · 932 mi
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URC INC (Yinchuan) NKG
Leg 1: 3h (1,056 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (839 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 359 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → INC
3h · 1,056 mi
View URC to INC flights →
Leg 2
INC → NKG
2h 15m · 839 mi
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URC XIY (Xian) NKG
Leg 1: 3h 25m (1,310 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (615 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 360 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → XIY
3h 25m · 1,310 mi
View URC to XIY flights →
Leg 2
XIY → NKG
1h 55m · 615 mi
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URC TYN (Taiyuan) NKG
Leg 1: 3h 25m (1,378 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (546 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 359 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → TYN
3h 25m · 1,378 mi
View URC to TYN flights →
Leg 2
TYN → NKG
1h 55m · 546 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Urumqi to Nanjing?

A nonstop flight from Urumqi (URC) to Nanjing (NKG) takes approximately 4 hours and 33 minutes. The distance is 1,896 miles (3,051 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Urumqi to Nanjing?

3 airlines: China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Urumqi to Nanjing?

Yes. 3 airlines: China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

How far is Urumqi from Nanjing?

The flight distance from Urumqi to Nanjing is 1,896 miles (3,051 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What type of aircraft flies from Urumqi to Nanjing?

At 4h 33m, 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 Nanjing?

Roughly 320 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,600 km.

Is the return flight from Nanjing 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 Nanjing?

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.