Direct (nonstop) flights from Yining to Altay

2 airlines fly nonstop from Yining Airport (YIN) to Altay Airport (AAT). It's 418 miles (672 km), about 1h 15m in the air. Operated by Chengdu Airlines, Gestair.

YIN
Yining Airport
🇨🇳 Yining, China
AAT
Altay Airport
🇨🇳 Altay, China
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
418 mi
672 km
CO₂/pax
77 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Chengdu Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Chengdu Airlines Chengdu Airlines Gestair Gestair

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Chengdu Airlines EU Chengdu Airlines
Route
YIN → AAT
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
418 mi
Gestair G5 Gestair
Route
YIN → AAT
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
418 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Yining to Altay with one stop · direct emits 77 kg CO₂ per passenger

YIN KRY (Karamay) AAT
Leg 1: 55m (209 mi) Leg 2: 45m (211 mi) Total: ~1h 40m 🍃 103 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YIN → KRY
55m · 209 mi
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Leg 2
KRY → AAT
45m · 211 mi
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YIN SHF (Shihezi) AAT
Leg 1: 55m (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h (263 mi) Total: ~1h 55m 🍃 116 kg CO₂ (+51% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YIN → SHF
55m · 227 mi
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Leg 2
SHF → AAT
1h · 263 mi
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YIN TCG (Tacheng) AAT
Leg 1: 1h (211 mi) Leg 2: 1h (235 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 107 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YIN → TCG
1h · 211 mi
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Leg 2
TCG → AAT
1h · 235 mi
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YIN JBK (Qitai) AAT
Leg 1: 1h 15m (409 mi) Leg 2: 55m (257 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 149 kg CO₂ (+94% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YIN → JBK
1h 15m · 409 mi
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Leg 2
JBK → AAT
55m · 257 mi
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YIN KCA (Kuqa) AAT
Leg 1: 50m (175 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (486 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 147 kg CO₂ (+91% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YIN → KCA
50m · 175 mi
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Leg 2
KCA → AAT
1h 30m · 486 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Yining to Altay?

A nonstop flight from Yining (YIN) to Altay (AAT) takes approximately 1 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 418 miles (672 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Yining to Altay?

2 airlines: Chengdu Airlines, Gestair.

Is there a nonstop flight from Yining to Altay?

Yes. 2 airlines: Chengdu Airlines, Gestair.

How far is Yining from Altay?

The flight distance from Yining to Altay is 418 miles (672 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Yining to Altay?

At 1h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Yining to Altay?

Roughly 77 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 385 km.

Is the return flight from Altay to Yining 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 Yining to Altay?

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 Yining Airport for this flight?

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