Direct (nonstop) flights from Urumqi to Beijing

4 airlines fly nonstop from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). It's 1,514 miles (2,436 km), about 3h 50m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Hainan Airlines and others.

URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
PEK
Beijing Capital International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
Flight Time
3h 50m
Distance
1,514 mi
2,436 km
CO₂/pax
256 kg
−31 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Sichuan Airlines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Air China Air China Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Shandong Airlines Shandong Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
URC → PEK
Flight Time
3h 50m
Distance
1,514 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
URC → PEK
Flight Time
3h 50m
Distance
1,514 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
URC → PEK
Flight Time
3h 50m
Distance
1,514 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
URC → PEK
Flight Time
3h 50m
Distance
1,514 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Urumqi to Beijing with one stop · direct emits 256 kg CO₂ per passenger

URC HMI (Hami) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 20m (306 mi) Leg 2: 3h (1,214 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 287 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → HMI
1h 20m · 306 mi
View URC to HMI flights →
Leg 2
HMI → PEK
3h · 1,214 mi
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URC TYN (Taiyuan) PEK
Leg 1: 3h 25m (1,378 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (267 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 307 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → TYN
3h 25m · 1,378 mi
View URC to TYN flights →
Leg 2
TYN → PEK
1h 10m · 267 mi
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URC DNH (Dunhuang) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 35m (450 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,156 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 303 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → DNH
1h 35m · 450 mi
View URC to DNH flights →
Leg 2
DNH → PEK
3h 5m · 1,156 mi
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URC HET (Hohhot) PEK
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,258 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (257 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 285 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → HET
3h 20m · 1,258 mi
View URC to HET flights →
Leg 2
HET → PEK
1h 25m · 257 mi
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URC INC (Yinchuan) PEK
Leg 1: 3h (1,056 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (560 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 308 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → INC
3h · 1,056 mi
View URC to INC flights →
Leg 2
INC → PEK
1h 55m · 560 mi
View INC to PEK flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Urumqi to Beijing?

A nonstop flight from Urumqi (URC) to Beijing (PEK) takes approximately 3 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 1,514 miles (2,436 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Urumqi to Beijing?

4 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Hainan Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Urumqi to Beijing?

Yes. 4 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Hainan Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

How far is Urumqi from Beijing?

The flight distance from Urumqi to Beijing is 1,514 miles (2,436 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 Beijing?

At 3h 50m, 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 Beijing?

Roughly 256 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,280 km.

Is the return flight from Beijing 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 Beijing?

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.