Direct (nonstop) flights from Yichang to Urumqi

1 airline flys nonstop from Yichang Airport (YIH) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). It's 1,603 miles (2,579 km), about 4h 35m in the air. Operated by Tianjin Airlines.

YIH
Yichang Airport
🇨🇳 Yichang, China
URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
Flight Time
4h 35m
Distance
1,603 mi
2,579 km
CO₂/pax
271 kg
−50 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Tianjin Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Tianjin Airlines Tianjin Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Tianjin Airlines GS Tianjin Airlines
Route
YIH → URC
Flight Time
4h 35m
Distance
1,603 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Yichang to Urumqi with one stop · direct emits 271 kg CO₂ per passenger

YIH XNN (Xining) URC
Leg 1: 2h 20m (682 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (921 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 321 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YIH → XNN
2h 20m · 682 mi
View YIH to XNN flights →
Leg 2
XNN → URC
2h 35m · 921 mi
View XNN to URC flights →
YIH LHW (Lanzhou) URC
Leg 1: 2h 10m (611 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (992 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 306 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YIH → LHW
2h 10m · 611 mi
View YIH to LHW flights →
Leg 2
LHW → URC
2h 50m · 992 mi
View LHW to URC flights →
YIH XIY (Xian) URC
Leg 1: 1h 35m (311 mi) Leg 2: 3h 40m (1,310 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 304 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YIH → XIY
1h 35m · 311 mi
View YIH to XIY flights →
Leg 2
XIY → URC
3h 40m · 1,310 mi
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YIH CTU (Chengdu) URC
Leg 1: 1h 40m (448 mi) Leg 2: 3h 35m (1,287 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 325 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YIH → CTU
1h 40m · 448 mi
View YIH to CTU flights →
Leg 2
CTU → URC
3h 35m · 1,287 mi
View CTU to URC flights →
YIH INC (Yinchuan) URC
Leg 1: 2h 10m (609 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,056 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 317 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YIH → INC
2h 10m · 609 mi
View YIH to INC flights →
Leg 2
INC → URC
3h 10m · 1,056 mi
View INC to URC flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Yichang to Urumqi?

A nonstop flight from Yichang (YIH) to Urumqi (URC) takes approximately 4 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 1,603 miles (2,579 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Yichang to Urumqi?

Just Tianjin Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Yichang to Urumqi?

Yes. 1 airline: Tianjin Airlines.

How far is Yichang from Urumqi?

The flight distance from Yichang to Urumqi is 1,603 miles (2,579 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Yichang to Urumqi?

At 4h 35m, 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 Yichang to Urumqi?

Roughly 271 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,355 km.

Is the return flight from Urumqi to Yichang 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 Yichang 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 Yichang Airport for this flight?

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