Tashkent to Ürümqi (TAS–URC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TAS–URC is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways and Air China lead the route. The flight covers 942 miles in approximately 2h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 19 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 4 | 7M8 | 2h25 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| HY Uzbekistan Airways | 4 | 320 | 4h25 | – | – | – |
| CA Air China | 3 | 738 | 5h15 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Ürümqi from Tashkent
| Metric | TAS→URC | CIT→URC | OSS→URC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TAS | – | 77 mi | 189 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 11 | 2 | 3 |
| Flight time | 2h 25m | 2h 20m | 2h 20m |
Travel Essentials
TAS: +05 · URC: +06
When it's 6:00 PM in Tashkent, 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.
TAS–URC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TAS to URC
Tashkent International Airport (TAS) and Ürümqi Tianshan International Airport (URC) are connected by nonstop service from Air China, China Southern Airlines and Uzbekistan Airways. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
TAS to URC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TAS to URC ranges from 2 hours 25 minutes to 5 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 942 miles (1,516 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 22 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via NQZ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Shymkent (CIT) and Osh (OSS).