Direct (nonstop) flights from Urumqi to Taiyuan

3 airlines fly nonstop from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Taiyuan Wusu International Airport (TYN). It's 1,378 miles (2,218 km), about 3h 25m in the air. Operated by Hainan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
TYN
Taiyuan Wusu International Airport
🇨🇳 Taiyuan, China
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,378 mi
2,218 km
CO₂/pax
233 kg
−71 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Hainan Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Shandong Airlines Shandong Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
URC → TYN
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,378 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
URC → TYN
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,378 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
URC → TYN
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,378 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Urumqi to Taiyuan with one stop · direct emits 233 kg CO₂ per passenger

URC XNN (Xining) TYN
Leg 1: 2h 30m (921 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (590 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 304 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → XNN
2h 30m · 921 mi
View URC to XNN flights →
Leg 2
XNN → TYN
1h 45m · 590 mi
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URC INC (Yinchuan) TYN
Leg 1: 3h (1,056 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (342 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 267 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → INC
3h · 1,056 mi
View URC to INC flights →
Leg 2
INC → TYN
1h 25m · 342 mi
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URC LHW (Lanzhou) TYN
Leg 1: 2h 45m (992 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (504 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 286 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → LHW
2h 45m · 992 mi
View URC to LHW flights →
Leg 2
LHW → TYN
1h 45m · 504 mi
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URC PEK (Beijing) TYN
Leg 1: 3h 50m (1,514 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (267 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 330 kg CO₂ (+42% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → PEK
3h 50m · 1,514 mi
View URC to PEK flights →
Leg 2
PEK → TYN
1h 15m · 267 mi
View PEK to TYN flights →
URC MIG (Mian Yang) TYN
Leg 1: 3h 13m (1,274 mi) Leg 2: 2h (625 mi) Total: ~5h 13m 🍃 356 kg CO₂ (+53% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → MIG
3h 13m · 1,274 mi
View URC to MIG flights →
Leg 2
MIG → TYN
2h · 625 mi
View MIG to TYN flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Urumqi to Taiyuan?

A nonstop flight from Urumqi (URC) to Taiyuan (TYN) takes approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 1,378 miles (2,218 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Urumqi to Taiyuan?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Urumqi to Taiyuan?

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

How far is Urumqi from Taiyuan?

The flight distance from Urumqi to Taiyuan is 1,378 miles (2,218 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 Taiyuan?

At 3h 25m, 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 Taiyuan?

Roughly 233 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,165 km.

Is the return flight from Taiyuan 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 Taiyuan?

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.