Direct (nonstop) flights from Urumqi to Yining

5 airlines fly nonstop from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Yining Airport (YIN). It's 306 miles (493 km), about 1h 25m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, China Eastern Airlines and others.

URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
YIN
Yining Airport
🇨🇳 Yining, China
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
306 mi
493 km
CO₂/pax
57 kg
−39 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
China Southern Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Tianjin Airlines Tianjin Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Qingdao Airlines Qingdao Airlines Urumqi Airlines Urumqi Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
URC → YIN
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
306 mi
Tianjin Airlines GS Tianjin Airlines
Route
URC → YIN
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
306 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
URC → YIN
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
306 mi
Qingdao Airlines QW Qingdao Airlines
Route
URC → YIN
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
306 mi
Urumqi Airlines UQ Urumqi Airlines
Route
URC → YIN
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
306 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Urumqi to Yining with one stop · direct emits 57 kg CO₂ per passenger

URC KRY (Karamay) YIN
Leg 1: 1h (174 mi) Leg 2: 1h (209 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 96 kg CO₂ (+68% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → KRY
1h · 174 mi
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Leg 2
KRY → YIN
1h · 209 mi
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URC KRL (Korla) YIN
Leg 1: 1h 10m (171 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (293 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 111 kg CO₂ (+95% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → KRL
1h 10m · 171 mi
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Leg 2
KRL → YIN
1h 5m · 293 mi
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URC KCA (Kuqa) YIN
Leg 1: 1h 30m (273 mi) Leg 2: 50m (175 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 107 kg CO₂ (+88% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → KCA
1h 30m · 273 mi
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Leg 2
KCA → YIN
50m · 175 mi
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URC TCG (Tacheng) YIN
Leg 1: 1h 20m (278 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (211 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 115 kg CO₂ (+102% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → TCG
1h 20m · 278 mi
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Leg 2
TCG → YIN
1h 5m · 211 mi
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URC ACF (Alaer) YIN
Leg 1: 1h 35m (398 mi) Leg 2: 1h (242 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 144 kg CO₂ (+153% vs. direct)
Leg 1
URC → ACF
1h 35m · 398 mi
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Leg 2
ACF → YIN
1h · 242 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Urumqi to Yining?

A nonstop flight from Urumqi (URC) to Yining (YIN) takes approximately 1 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 306 miles (493 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Urumqi to Yining?

5 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Urumqi Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Urumqi to Yining?

Yes. 5 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Urumqi Airlines.

How far is Urumqi from Yining?

The flight distance from Urumqi to Yining is 306 miles (493 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Urumqi to Yining?

At 1h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Urumqi to Yining?

Roughly 57 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 285 km.

Is the return flight from Yining 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 Yining?

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.