Haidong (Huzhu Tu Autonomous County) to Ürümqi (XNN–URC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
XNN–URC is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Sichuan Airlines and Air China lead the route. The flight covers 920 miles in approximately 2h 26m. Beyond nonstop, 25 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 7 | 319 | 2h26 | – | – | – |
| CA Air China | 7 | 320 | 2h40 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Ürümqi from Haidong (Huzhu Tu Autonomous County)
| Metric | XNN→URC | LHW→URC | YZY→URC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from XNN | – | 88 mi | 174 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 8 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 85 | 6 |
| Flight time | 2h 26m | 2h 40m | 2h 30m |
Travel Essentials
XNN: +06 · URC: +06
When it's 6:00 PM in Haidong (Huzhu Tu Autonomous County), it's 6:00 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.
XNN–URC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from XNN to URC
Xining Caojiabao International Airport (XNN) and Ürümqi Tianshan International Airport (URC) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines and Air China. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
XNN to URC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from XNN to URC ranges from 2 hours 26 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 920 miles (1,481 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via TNA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Lanzhou (Yongdeng) (LHW), Zhangye (Ganzhou) (YZY) and Zhongwei (Shapotou) (ZHY).