Direct (nonstop) flights from Zhangye to Urumqi

1 airline flys nonstop from Zhangye Ganzhou Airport (YZY) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). It's 770 miles (1,239 km), about 2h 35m in the air. Operated by Tianjin Airlines.

YZY
Zhangye Ganzhou Airport
🇨🇳 Zhangye, China
URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
770 mi
1,239 km
CO₂/pax
142 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Tianjin Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Tianjin Airlines Tianjin Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Tianjin Airlines GS Tianjin Airlines
Route
YZY → URC
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
770 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Zhangye to Urumqi with one stop · direct emits 142 kg CO₂ per passenger

YZY DNH (Dunhuang) URC
Leg 1: 1h 23m (334 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (450 mi) Total: ~3h 18m 🍃 170 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YZY → DNH
1h 23m · 334 mi
View YZY to DNH flights →
Leg 2
DNH → URC
1h 55m · 450 mi
View DNH to URC flights →
YZY LHW (Lanzhou) URC
Leg 1: 50m (226 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (992 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 235 kg CO₂ (+65% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YZY → LHW
50m · 226 mi
View YZY to LHW flights →
Leg 2
LHW → URC
2h 50m · 992 mi
View LHW to URC flights →
YZY XIY (Xian) URC
Leg 1: 2h (540 mi) Leg 2: 3h 40m (1,310 mi) Total: ~5h 40m 🍃 346 kg CO₂ (+144% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YZY → XIY
2h · 540 mi
View YZY to XIY flights →
Leg 2
XIY → URC
3h 40m · 1,310 mi
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YZY CKG (Chongqing) URC
Leg 1: 2h 25m (713 mi) Leg 2: 4h (1,437 mi) Total: ~6h 25m 🍃 400 kg CO₂ (+182% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YZY → CKG
2h 25m · 713 mi
View YZY to CKG flights →
Leg 2
CKG → URC
4h · 1,437 mi
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YZY PKX (Beijing) URC
Leg 1: 2h 35m (845 mi) Leg 2: 4h 25m (1,519 mi) Total: ~7h 🍃 438 kg CO₂ (+208% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YZY → PKX
2h 35m · 845 mi
View YZY to PKX flights →
Leg 2
PKX → URC
4h 25m · 1,519 mi
View PKX to URC flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Zhangye to Urumqi?

A nonstop flight from Zhangye (YZY) to Urumqi (URC) takes approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 770 miles (1,239 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Zhangye to Urumqi?

Just Tianjin Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Zhangye to Urumqi?

Yes. 1 airline: Tianjin Airlines.

How far is Zhangye from Urumqi?

The flight distance from Zhangye to Urumqi is 770 miles (1,239 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 Zhangye to Urumqi?

At 2h 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 Zhangye to Urumqi?

Roughly 142 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 710 km.

Is the return flight from Urumqi to Zhangye 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 Zhangye 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 Zhangye Ganzhou Airport for this flight?

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