Hefei to Harbin (HFE–HRB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
HFE–HRB is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines and LongJiang Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,065 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 29 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 14 | 320, 738 | 2h55-3h15 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 5 | 320 | 3h05 | – | – | – |
| LT LongJiang Airlines | 4 | 321 | 3h | – | – | – |
| EU Chengdu Airlines | 3 | 320 | 3h | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Harbin from Hefei
| Metric | HFE→HRB | NKG→HRB | WHA→HRB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HFE | – | 112 mi | 117 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 8 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 26 | 80 | 7 |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | 2h 40m | 3h 40m |
Travel Essentials
HFE: CST · HRB: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Hefei, it's 6:00 PM in Harbin.
Metro Line 3 runs from the airport to the city centre and Harbin Station in 40–50 minutes for CNY 6–10. Taxis and DiDi queue outside arrivals; fares to downtown are CNY 60–100. Airport shuttle buses serve multiple zones and the railway station for CNY 20. In winter, confirm transportation availability; heavy snowfall occasionally disrupts surface transport temporarily.Harbin is a hub for northeast China (Manchuria) with connections to Shenyang, Dalian, Changchun, and cross-border routes to Russia. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall.
Severe subarctic continental climate, one of the coldest major cities in China. Winters (November–March) are extreme, with temperatures regularly reaching −20 to −30°C and occasional lows below −35°C. Heavy snowfall, black ice, and extreme cold cause frequent de-icing delays and occasional ground stops. Harbin's famous Ice Festival runs January–February.
Summers (June–August) are short and warm at 22–30°C with low humidity and good flying conditions. Spring and autumn are brief transitional periods. Pack the heaviest possible cold-weather gear for winter travel. Thin layers are wholly inadequate.
HFE–HRB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HFE to HRB
Hefei Xinqiao International Airport (HFE) and Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines, Chengdu Airlines, LongJiang Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. With 26 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
HFE to HRB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HFE to HRB ranges from 2 hours 55 minutes to 3 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,065 miles (1,713 km). There are approximately 26 weekly flights outbound and 18 return, totaling 44 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
29 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via YCU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Nanjing (NKG), Wuhu (WHA) and Xuzhou (XUZ).