Direct (nonstop) flights from Wuhan to Urumqi

5 airlines fly nonstop from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). It's 1,716 miles (2,762 km), about 4h 45m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Xiamen Airlines and others.

WUH
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
🇨🇳 Wuhan, China
URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
Flight Time
4h 45m
Distance
1,716 mi
2,762 km
CO₂/pax
290 kg
−54 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
China Southern Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Xiamen Airlines Xiamen Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern 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
WUH → URC
Flight Time
4h 45m
Distance
1,716 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
WUH → URC
Flight Time
4h 45m
Distance
1,716 mi
Xiamen Airlines MF Xiamen Airlines
Route
WUH → URC
Flight Time
4h 45m
Distance
1,716 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
WUH → URC
Flight Time
4h 45m
Distance
1,716 mi
Urumqi Airlines UQ Urumqi Airlines
Route
WUH → URC
Flight Time
4h 45m
Distance
1,716 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Wuhan to Urumqi with one stop · direct emits 290 kg CO₂ per passenger

WUH XNN (Xining) URC
Leg 1: 2h 30m (805 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (921 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 344 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → XNN
2h 30m · 805 mi
View WUH to XNN flights →
Leg 2
XNN → URC
2h 35m · 921 mi
View XNN to URC flights →
WUH GYS (Guangyuan) URC
Leg 1: 1h 40m (514 mi) Leg 2: 3h 28m (1,266 mi) Total: ~5h 8m 🍃 334 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → GYS
1h 40m · 514 mi
View WUH to GYS flights →
Leg 2
GYS → URC
3h 28m · 1,266 mi
View GYS to URC flights →
WUH LHW (Lanzhou) URC
Leg 1: 2h 20m (726 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (992 mi) Total: ~5h 10m 🍃 327 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → LHW
2h 20m · 726 mi
View WUH to LHW flights →
Leg 2
LHW → URC
2h 50m · 992 mi
View LHW to URC flights →
WUH YCU (Yuncheng) URC
Leg 1: 1h 28m (351 mi) Leg 2: 3h 50m (1,391 mi) Total: ~5h 18m 🍃 325 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → YCU
1h 28m · 351 mi
View WUH to YCU flights →
Leg 2
YCU → URC
3h 50m · 1,391 mi
View YCU to URC flights →
WUH MIG (Mian Yang) URC
Leg 1: 1h 55m (563 mi) Leg 2: 3h 25m (1,274 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 344 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → MIG
1h 55m · 563 mi
View WUH to MIG flights →
Leg 2
MIG → URC
3h 25m · 1,274 mi
View MIG to URC flights →

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URC → WUH: Flights from Urumqi to Wuhan

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Wuhan to Urumqi?

A nonstop flight from Wuhan (WUH) to Urumqi (URC) takes approximately 4 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 1,716 miles (2,762 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Wuhan to Urumqi?

5 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Urumqi Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Wuhan to Urumqi?

Yes. 5 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Urumqi Airlines.

How far is Wuhan from Urumqi?

The flight distance from Wuhan to Urumqi is 1,716 miles (2,762 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Wuhan to Urumqi?

At 4h 45m, 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 Wuhan to Urumqi?

Roughly 290 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,450 km.

Is the return flight from Urumqi to Wuhan 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 Wuhan to Urumqi?

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 Wuhan Tianhe International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.