Nanjing to Ürümqi (NKG–URC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
NKG–URC is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines and Shandong Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,893 miles in approximately 4h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 42 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: 3U | 25 | 738, 7M8 | 4h55-7h10 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: 3U | 21 | 32N | 4h35-5h10 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| SC Shandong Airlines Also: ZH | 7 | 738 | 4h50 | – | – | ZH |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Ürümqi from Nanjing
| Metric | NKG→URC | HFE→URC | HGH→URC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from NKG | – | 112 mi | 139 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 3 | 9 |
| Weekly flights | 74 | 35 | 91 |
| Flight time | 4h 35m | 4h 35m | 4h 55m |
Travel Essentials
NKG: CST · URC: +06
When it's 6:00 PM in Nanjing, it's 4:00 PM in Ürümqi.
The airport express (S9 metro line) runs from Nanjing South Railway Station to Lukou Airport in about 30 minutes (¥29). Connections from Nanjing Station require a transfer at South Station; total journey around 50 minutes.Taxis from downtown cost ¥80–120 depending on traffic and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-shares (DiDi) run slightly cheaper at ¥70–100. The airport bus network covers major city districts for ¥20–25.
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.
NKG–URC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from NKG to URC
Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) and Ürümqi Tianshan International Airport (URC) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines and Shandong Airlines. With 74 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
NKG to URC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from NKG to URC ranges from 4 hours 35 minutes to 7 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,893 miles (3,046 km). There are approximately 74 weekly flights outbound and 81 return, totaling 155 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
42 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via WXN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hefei (HFE) and Hangzhou (HGH).