Direct (nonstop) flights from Xining to Zhengzhou

6 airlines fly nonstop from Xining Caojiabu Airport (XNN) to Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO). It's 678 miles (1,091 km), about 2h in the air. Operated by Lucky Air, China Southern Airlines, Xiamen Airlines and others.

XNN
Xining Caojiabu Airport
🇨🇳 Xining, China
CGO
Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport
🇨🇳 Zhengzhou, China
Flight Time
2h
Distance
678 mi
1,091 km
CO₂/pax
125 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
6
Lucky Air +5
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Lucky Air Lucky Air China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Xiamen Airlines Xiamen Airlines West Air (China) West Air (China) Tibet Airlines Tibet Airlines Shenzhen Airlines Shenzhen Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Lucky Air 8L Lucky Air
Route
XNN → CGO
Flight Time
2h
Distance
678 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
XNN → CGO
Flight Time
2h
Distance
678 mi
Xiamen Airlines MF Xiamen Airlines
Route
XNN → CGO
Flight Time
2h
Distance
678 mi
West Air (China) PN West Air (China)
Route
XNN → CGO
Flight Time
2h
Distance
678 mi
Tibet Airlines TV Tibet Airlines
Route
XNN → CGO
Flight Time
2h
Distance
678 mi
Shenzhen Airlines ZH Shenzhen Airlines
Route
XNN → CGO
Flight Time
2h
Distance
678 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Xining to Zhengzhou with one stop · direct emits 125 kg CO₂ per passenger

XNN ENY (Yan'an) CGO
Leg 1: 1h 15m (413 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (281 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 153 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → ENY
1h 15m · 413 mi
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Leg 2
ENY → CGO
1h 25m · 281 mi
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XNN DSN (Dongsheng) CGO
Leg 1: 1h 25m (473 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (407 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 188 kg CO₂ (+50% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → DSN
1h 25m · 473 mi
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Leg 2
DSN → CGO
1h 35m · 407 mi
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XNN ZHY (Zhongwei) CGO
Leg 1: 55m (186 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (529 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 158 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → ZHY
55m · 186 mi
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Leg 2
ZHY → CGO
2h 5m · 529 mi
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XNN INC (Yinchuan) CGO
Leg 1: 1h 10m (269 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (490 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 166 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → INC
1h 10m · 269 mi
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Leg 2
INC → CGO
1h 55m · 490 mi
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XNN CTU (Chengdu) CGO
Leg 1: 1h 35m (424 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (637 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 222 kg CO₂ (+78% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → CTU
1h 35m · 424 mi
View XNN to CTU flights →
Leg 2
CTU → CGO
1h 55m · 637 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Xining to Zhengzhou?

A nonstop flight from Xining (XNN) to Zhengzhou (CGO) takes approximately 2 hours. The distance is 678 miles (1,091 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Xining to Zhengzhou?

6 airlines: Lucky Air, China Southern Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, West Air (China), Tibet Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Xining to Zhengzhou?

Yes. 6 airlines: Lucky Air, China Southern Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, West Air (China), Tibet Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

How far is Xining from Zhengzhou?

The flight distance from Xining to Zhengzhou is 678 miles (1,091 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Xining to Zhengzhou?

At 2h, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Xining to Zhengzhou?

Roughly 125 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 625 km.

Is the return flight from Zhengzhou to Xining 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 Xining to Zhengzhou?

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 Xining Caojiabu Airport for this flight?

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