Direct (nonstop) flights from Xian to Urumqi

8 airlines fly nonstop from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). It's 1,310 miles (2,109 km), about 3h 40m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Spring Airlines, Air Changan and others.

XIY
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport
🇨🇳 Xian, China
URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,310 mi
2,109 km
CO₂/pax
221 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
8
Sichuan Airlines +7
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Spring Airlines Spring Airlines Air Changan Air Changan China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Tianjin Airlines Tianjin Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines +2 more

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
XIY → URC
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,310 mi
Spring Airlines 9C Spring Airlines
Route
XIY → URC
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,310 mi
Air Changan 9H Air Changan
Route
XIY → URC
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,310 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
XIY → URC
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,310 mi
Tianjin Airlines GS Tianjin Airlines
Route
XIY → URC
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,310 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
XIY → URC
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,310 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
XIY → URC
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,310 mi
Jiangxi Airlines RY Jiangxi Airlines
Route
XIY → URC
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,310 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Xian to Urumqi with one stop · direct emits 221 kg CO₂ per passenger

XIY JIC (Jinchang) URC
Leg 1: 1h 40m (455 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (857 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 268 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → JIC
1h 40m · 455 mi
View XIY to JIC flights →
Leg 2
JIC → URC
2h 15m · 857 mi
View JIC to URC flights →
XIY HMI (Hami) URC
Leg 1: 3h 5m (1,012 mi) Leg 2: 1h (306 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 253 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → HMI
3h 5m · 1,012 mi
View XIY to HMI flights →
Leg 2
HMI → URC
1h · 306 mi
View HMI to URC flights →
XIY XNN (Xining) URC
Leg 1: 1h 35m (405 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (921 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 270 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → XNN
1h 35m · 405 mi
View XIY to XNN flights →
Leg 2
XNN → URC
2h 35m · 921 mi
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XIY JGN (Jiayuguan) URC
Leg 1: 2h 25m (685 mi) Leg 2: 2h (625 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 268 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → JGN
2h 25m · 685 mi
View XIY to JGN flights →
Leg 2
JGN → URC
2h · 625 mi
View JGN to URC flights →
XIY ZHY (Zhongwei) URC
Leg 1: 1h 20m (296 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,022 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 253 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → ZHY
1h 20m · 296 mi
View XIY to ZHY flights →
Leg 2
ZHY → URC
3h 5m · 1,022 mi
View ZHY to URC flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Xian to Urumqi?

A nonstop flight from Xian (XIY) to Urumqi (URC) takes approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 1,310 miles (2,109 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Xian to Urumqi?

8 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Spring Airlines, Air Changan, China Southern Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, Hainan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Jiangxi Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Xian to Urumqi?

Yes. 8 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Spring Airlines, Air Changan, China Southern Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, Hainan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Jiangxi Airlines.

How far is Xian from Urumqi?

The flight distance from Xian to Urumqi is 1,310 miles (2,109 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 Xian to Urumqi?

At 3h 40m, 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 Xian to Urumqi?

Roughly 221 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,105 km.

Is the return flight from Urumqi to Xian 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 Xian 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 Xi'an Xianyang International Airport for this flight?

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