Direct (nonstop) flights from Xining to Wuhan

4 airlines fly nonstop from Xining Caojiabu Airport (XNN) to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH). It's 805 miles (1,295 km), about 2h 25m in the air. Operated by Air China, China Southern Airlines, Ruili Airlines and others.

XNN
Xining Caojiabu Airport
🇨🇳 Xining, China
WUH
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
🇨🇳 Wuhan, China
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
805 mi
1,295 km
CO₂/pax
149 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Air China +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air China Air China China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Ruili Airlines Ruili Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
XNN → WUH
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
805 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
XNN → WUH
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
805 mi
Ruili Airlines DR Ruili Airlines
Route
XNN → WUH
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
805 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
XNN → WUH
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
805 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Xining to Wuhan with one stop · direct emits 149 kg CO₂ per passenger

XNN XIY (Xian) WUH
Leg 1: 1h 30m (405 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (406 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → XIY
1h 30m · 405 mi
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Leg 2
XIY → WUH
1h 30m · 406 mi
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XNN ENH (Enshi) WUH
Leg 1: 2h 5m (606 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (284 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 190 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → ENH
2h 5m · 606 mi
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Leg 2
ENH → WUH
1h 5m · 284 mi
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XNN ENY (Yan'an) WUH
Leg 1: 1h 15m (413 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (478 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 190 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → ENY
1h 15m · 413 mi
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Leg 2
ENY → WUH
1h 55m · 478 mi
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XNN MIG (Mian Yang) WUH
Leg 1: 1h 25m (384 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (563 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 200 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → MIG
1h 25m · 384 mi
View XNN to MIG flights →
Leg 2
MIG → WUH
1h 55m · 563 mi
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XNN INC (Yinchuan) WUH
Leg 1: 1h 10m (269 mi) Leg 2: 2h 13m (685 mi) Total: ~3h 23m 🍃 202 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → INC
1h 10m · 269 mi
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Leg 2
INC → WUH
2h 13m · 685 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Xining to Wuhan?

A nonstop flight from Xining (XNN) to Wuhan (WUH) takes approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 805 miles (1,295 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Xining to Wuhan?

4 airlines: Air China, China Southern Airlines, Ruili Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Xining to Wuhan?

Yes. 4 airlines: Air China, China Southern Airlines, Ruili Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Xining from Wuhan?

The flight distance from Xining to Wuhan is 805 miles (1,295 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Xining to Wuhan?

At 2h 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 Xining to Wuhan?

Roughly 149 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 745 km.

Is the return flight from Wuhan 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 Wuhan?

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.