Shymkent to Ürümqi (CIT–URC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CIT–URC is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. SCAT leads the route. The flight covers 912 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 8 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DV SCAT | 2 | 738 | 2h20 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Ürümqi from Shymkent
| Metric | CIT→URC | TAS→URC |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from CIT | – | 77 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 11 |
| Flight time | 2h 20m | 2h 25m |
Travel Essentials
CIT: +05 · URC: +06
When it's 6:00 PM in Shymkent, it's 7:00 PM in Ürümqi.
Airport shuttle buses depart from outside arrivals to the city centre for CNY 20–30 and take 30–40 minutes. Taxis and DiDi queue outside the terminal; fares to downtown are CNY 40–70. The terminal has a taxi dispatch system; queue at the designated stand rather than accepting offers from touts.Ürümqi is a domestic hub for flights across Xinjiang; connections to Kashgar (KHG), Hotan (HTN), and other regional cities are frequent. Rental cars are available, but international driving permits may be required; verify current regulations before booking.
Semi-arid continental climate with extreme seasonal variation. Winters (November–March) are severe and prolonged at −15 to −5°C with heavy snowfall, ice, and persistent cold that regularly causes de-icing delays and ground stops. Ürümqi is one of the most continentally extreme climates of any major airport in the world.
Summers (June–August) are hot and dry at 28–36°C with low humidity and excellent visibility. Spring sandstorms can reduce airport visibility significantly. Autumn is brief. Pack serious cold-weather gear for winter travel. Temperatures occasionally drop below −25°C.
CIT–URC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CIT to URC
Shymkent International Airport (CIT) and Ürümqi Tianshan International Airport (URC) are connected by nonstop service from SCAT. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CIT to URC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CIT to URC ranges from 2 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 912 miles (1,468 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
8 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via NQZ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tashkent (TAS).