Shiyan (Maojian) to Ürümqi (WDS–URC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
WDS–URC is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Tianjin Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,485 miles in approximately 4h. Beyond nonstop, 12 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS Tianjin Airlines | 6 | 320 | 4h-4h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Ürümqi from Shiyan (Maojian)
| Metric | WDS→URC | XFN→URC | YIH→URC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from WDS | – | 86 mi | 145 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 6 | 4 | 14 |
| Flight time | 4h | 4h 10m | 4h 35m |
Travel Essentials
WDS: CST · URC: +06
When it's 6:00 PM in Shiyan (Maojian), it's 4:00 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.
WDS–URC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from WDS to URC
Shiyan Wudangshan Airport (WDS) and Ürümqi Tianshan International Airport (URC) are connected by nonstop service from Tianjin Airlines. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
WDS to URC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from WDS to URC ranges from 4 hours 0 minutes to 4 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,485 miles (2,389 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via TYN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Xiangyang (Xiangzhou) (XFN), Yichang (Xiaoting) (YIH) and Luoyang (Laocheng) (LYA).