Direct (nonstop) flights from Urumqi to Beijing

4 airlines fly nonstop from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Daxing International Airport (PKX). It's 1,519 miles (2,444 km), about 3h 55m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines and others.

URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
PKX
Daxing International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,519 mi
2,444 km
CO₂/pax
257 kg
−31 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
China Southern Airlines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Hebei Airlines Hebei Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
URC → PKX
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,519 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
URC → PKX
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,519 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
URC → PKX
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,519 mi
Hebei Airlines NS Hebei Airlines
Route
URC → PKX
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,519 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Urumqi to Beijing with one stop · direct emits 257 kg CO₂ per passenger

URC HMI (Hami) PKX
Leg 1: 1h 20m (306 mi) Leg 2: 3h (1,217 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 288 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → HMI
1h 20m · 306 mi
View URC to HMI flights →
Leg 2
HMI → PKX
3h · 1,217 mi
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URC DNH (Dunhuang) PKX
Leg 1: 1h 35m (450 mi) Leg 2: 3h 3m (1,153 mi) Total: ~4h 38m 🍃 303 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → DNH
1h 35m · 450 mi
View URC to DNH flights →
Leg 2
DNH → PKX
3h 3m · 1,153 mi
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URC UYN (Yulin) PKX
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,211 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (375 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 299 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → UYN
3h 20m · 1,211 mi
View URC to UYN flights →
Leg 2
UYN → PKX
1h 30m · 375 mi
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URC JGN (Jiayuguan) PKX
Leg 1: 1h 50m (625 mi) Leg 2: 3h 3m (961 mi) Total: ~4h 53m 🍃 303 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → JGN
1h 50m · 625 mi
View URC to JGN flights →
Leg 2
JGN → PKX
3h 3m · 961 mi
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URC IQN (Qingyang) PKX
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,203 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (546 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 329 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → IQN
3h 20m · 1,203 mi
View URC to IQN flights →
Leg 2
IQN → PKX
1h 35m · 546 mi
View IQN to PKX 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 (PKX) takes approximately 3 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 1,519 miles (2,444 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Urumqi to Beijing?

4 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Hebei Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Urumqi to Beijing?

Yes. 4 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Hebei Airlines.

How far is Urumqi from Beijing?

The flight distance from Urumqi to Beijing is 1,519 miles (2,444 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 55m, 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 257 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,285 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.