Direct (nonstop) flights from Urumqi to Sanya

2 airlines fly nonstop from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Phoenix International (SYX). It's 2,176 miles (3,502 km), about 5h 30m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
SYX
Phoenix International
🇨🇳 Sanya, China
Flight Time
5h 30m
Distance
2,176 mi
3,502 km
CO₂/pax
368 kg
−42 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
China Southern Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Shandong Airlines Shandong Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
URC → SYX
Flight Time
5h 30m
Distance
2,176 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
URC → SYX
Flight Time
5h 30m
Distance
2,176 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Urumqi to Sanya with one stop · direct emits 368 kg CO₂ per passenger

URC LZO (Luzhou) SYX
Leg 1: 3h 30m (1,427 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (779 mi) Total: ~5h 40m 🍃 410 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → LZO
3h 30m · 1,427 mi
View URC to LZO flights →
Leg 2
LZO → SYX
2h 10m · 779 mi
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URC MIG (Mian Yang) SYX
Leg 1: 3h 13m (1,274 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (949 mi) Total: ~6h 3m 🍃 400 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → MIG
3h 13m · 1,274 mi
View URC to MIG flights →
Leg 2
MIG → SYX
2h 50m · 949 mi
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URC KWE (Guiyang) SYX
Leg 1: 4h 10m (1,612 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (591 mi) Total: ~6h 5m 🍃 406 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → KWE
4h 10m · 1,612 mi
View URC to KWE flights →
Leg 2
KWE → SYX
1h 55m · 591 mi
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URC DZH (Dazhou) SYX
Leg 1: 3h 48m (1,404 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (885 mi) Total: ~6h 8m 🍃 426 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → DZH
3h 48m · 1,404 mi
View URC to DZH flights →
Leg 2
DZH → SYX
2h 20m · 885 mi
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URC CTU (Chengdu) SYX
Leg 1: 3h 35m (1,287 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (912 mi) Total: ~6h 10m 🍃 411 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → CTU
3h 35m · 1,287 mi
View URC to CTU flights →
Leg 2
CTU → SYX
2h 35m · 912 mi
View CTU to SYX flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Urumqi to Sanya?

A nonstop flight from Urumqi (URC) to Sanya (SYX) takes approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 2,176 miles (3,502 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Urumqi to Sanya?

2 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Urumqi to Sanya?

Yes. 2 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

How far is Urumqi from Sanya?

The flight distance from Urumqi to Sanya is 2,176 miles (3,502 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 Sanya?

At 5h 30m, 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 Sanya?

Roughly 368 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,840 km.

Is the return flight from Sanya 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 Sanya?

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.