Xiamen to Ürümqi (XMN–URC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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XMN–URC is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Xiamen Air and China Southern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,182 miles in approximately 5h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MF Xiamen Air | 7 | 7M8 | 5h35 | – | – | – |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 4 | 738 | 5h25 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Ürümqi from Xiamen
| Metric | XMN→URC | FOC→URC |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from XMN | – | 136 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 11 | – |
| Flight time | 5h 30m | 5h 55m |
Travel Essentials
XMN: CST · URC: +06
When it's 6:00 PM in Xiamen, it's 4:00 PM in Ürümqi.
Xiamen Metro Line 3 connects the airport to the city centre and Xiamen North Railway Station in 30–40 minutes for CNY 6–8. Airport shuttle buses also serve the ferry terminal and major hotels for CNY 20. The airport is on Xiamen Island, about 12 km from the city centre.DiDi and taxis from downtown cost CNY 40–70 depending on traffic and origin. Driving via Huli Avenue to the airport takes 20–35 minutes. Note that Xiamen Island has limited road capacity on key arteries; evening peak hours can add significant time.
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.
XMN–URC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from XMN to URC
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) and Ürümqi Tianshan International Airport (URC) are connected by nonstop service from Xiamen Air and China Southern Airlines. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
XMN to URC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from XMN to URC is about 5 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,182 miles (3,512 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 22 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Wuhan Tianhe, Xi'an Xianyang and Guiyang Longdongbao. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Fuzhou (Changle) (FOC).