Ürümqi to Moscow (URC–SVO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
URC–SVO is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines and Air China lead the route. The flight covers 2,317 miles in approximately 5h 53m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 4 | 7M8 | 5h55 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| CA Air China | 3 | 7M8 | 5h50 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
URC: +06 · SVO: MSK
When it's 6:00 PM in Ürümqi, it's 3:00 PM in Moscow.
Chinese passport holders enter Russia visa-free for up to 30 days under a decree effective from December 1, 2025 through September 14, 2026. The exemption covers tourism, business, family visits, transit, and cultural or sports events. A valid ordinary Chinese passport is the only document required at the border. Work, study, and long-term residency still require a standard Russian visa.
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.
URC–SVO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from URC to SVO
Ürümqi Tianshan International Airport (URC) and Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines and Air China. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
URC to SVO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from URC to SVO is about 5 hours 53 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,317 miles (3,729 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Almaty, Osh and Tashkent. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.