Ürümqi to Changsha (Changsha) (URC–CSX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
URC–CSX is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines and Fuzhou Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,790 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 40 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: 3U | 35 | 32N, 738, 7M8 | 2h20-4h35 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 14 | 73H | 4h25-4h30 | – | – | – |
| FU Fuzhou Airlines | 7 | 737 | 4h35 | – | – | – |
| MF Xiamen Air | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
| QW Qingdao Airlines Also: 3U | 0 | – | – | – | – | 3U |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Changsha (Changsha) from Ürümqi
| Metric | URC→CSX | TLQ→CSX |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from URC | – | 102 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 77 | 7 |
| Flight time | 2h 20m | 2h 20m |
Travel Essentials
URC: +06 · CSX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Ürümqi, it's 8:00 PM in Changsha (Changsha).
Airport shuttle buses (Line 1 and Line 2) connect the city centre and major hotels to the airport in 30–40 minutes for CNY 20–30. The airport is 16 km northwest of downtown Ürümqi. DiDi and taxis from the city centre cost CNY 40–70 depending on traffic.Driving via the Airport Expressway takes 20–30 minutes in normal conditions. Note that Ürümqi operates on Beijing Standard Time (UTC+8) despite being geographically closer to UTC+6; actual local solar time is significantly behind the clock, which affects early morning departures especially.
Metro Line 6 runs directly from the terminal to the city centre and Changsha South Station (high-speed rail) in about 50 minutes for CNY 8–10. Taxis and DiDi queue outside arrivals; fares to downtown are CNY 80–130. Airport buses serve multiple city zones for CNY 20.Changsha South Station connects to a dense high-speed rail network; Guangzhou, Wuhan, and Beijing are within 3–4 hours. All major rental car brands maintain airport desks.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers (June–August) are hot and very humid at 30–36°C with heavy monsoon rainfall and regular thunderstorms causing delays. Winters (December–February) are cool and damp at 3–10°C. Changsha sees occasional light snow and ice that can disrupt ground operations despite mild temperatures.
Spring is rainy and overcast; autumn (September–October) is the most comfortable season. High humidity is a constant factor from May through September. Pack light, breathable clothing.
URC–CSX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from URC to CSX
Ürümqi Tianshan International Airport (URC) and Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines, Fuzhou Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Xiamen Air and Qingdao Airlines. With 77 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
URC to CSX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from URC to CSX ranges from 2 hours 20 minutes to 4 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,790 miles (2,880 km). There are approximately 77 weekly flights outbound and 77 return, totaling 154 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
40 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via GYS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Turpan (TLQ).