Chengdu (Jianyang) to Ili (Yining / Ghulja) (TFU–YIN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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TFU–YIN is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Sichuan Airlines, Air China and Spring Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,575 miles in approximately 4h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 14 | 320, 738 | 4h15-4h30 | – | – | – |
| CA Air China Also: ZH | 14 | 320 | 4h25 | – | Star Alliance | ZH |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 7 | 320 | 4h35 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Ili (Yining / Ghulja) from Chengdu (Jianyang)
| Metric | TFU→YIN | CTU→YIN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from TFU | – | 34 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 49 | 14 |
| Flight time | 4h 25m | 4h 25m |
Travel Essentials
TFU: CST · YIN: +06
When it's 6:00 PM in Chengdu (Jianyang), it's 4:00 PM in Ili (Yining / Ghulja).
Metro Line 18 is the fastest and cheapest way out. The express service skips intermediate stops and reaches TFU from Chengdu South Railway Station in 35 minutes (CNY 10). The all-stop service takes 50 minutes for the same fare. From Tianfu Square, expect a transfer and a total of about CNY 30. Trains run from 6:00 to 23:00.
Airport buses cover five routes including Chunxi Road (Line 1), Jinsha Bus Hub (Line 2), and Chengdu East Railway Station (Line 4). Day fare is a flat CNY 15; night service (23:30 to 6:00) costs CNY 25. Lines 1, 2, and 3 run 24 hours. Taxis from Tianfu Square cost CNY 180-260 during the day and take 45-60 minutes via the expressway. DiDi ride-hail runs CNY 90-130 from pickup lanes on the east side of the arrivals hall.
TFU–YIN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TFU to YIN
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Yining Airport (YIN) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines, Air China and Spring Airlines. With 49 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TFU to YIN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TFU to YIN is about 4 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,575 miles (2,534 km). There are approximately 49 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 84 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Ürümqi Tianshan, Turpan Jiaohe and Hami. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chengdu (Shuangliu) (CTU).