Ili (Yining / Ghulja) to Zhengzhou (YIN–CGO) — 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.
YIN–CGO is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Spring Airlines and Urumqi Air lead the route. The flight covers 1,844 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9C Spring Airlines | 14 | 320 | 4h10-4h25 | – | – | – |
| UQ Urumqi Air | 7 | 738 | 4h15 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Zhengzhou from Ili (Yining / Ghulja)
| Metric | YIN→CGO | AKU→CGO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from YIN | – | 193 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 18 |
| Flight time | 4h 15m | 2h |
Travel Essentials
YIN: +06 · CGO: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Ili (Yining / Ghulja), it's 8:00 PM in Zhengzhou.
Metro Line 2 runs from the airport to central Zhengzhou and Zhengzhou East Station (high-speed rail hub) in 30–40 minutes for CNY 20–25. Taxis and DiDi depart from designated stands outside arrivals; fares to the city centre are CNY 70–120. Airport bus routes serve multiple hotel and transport hubs across the city.Zhengzhou is a major high-speed rail node with frequent connections to Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an, and Wuhan from Zhengzhou East Station. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall.
Humid continental climate. Summers (June–August) are hot and humid at 28–36°C with heavy rainfall; flooding and severe thunderstorms are genuine risks and can disrupt ground operations. Winters (December–February) are cold and dry at −4 to 5°C, with occasional snow and freezing fog causing de-icing delays.
Zhengzhou is prone to extreme weather events, including the historic July 2021 floods. Spring and autumn are mild and pleasant. Sandstorms can occur in spring, occasionally reducing visibility at the airport.
YIN–CGO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YIN to CGO
Yining Airport (YIN) and Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO) are connected by nonstop service from Spring Airlines and Urumqi Air. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
YIN to CGO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YIN to CGO is about 4 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,844 miles (2,967 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hami, Ürümqi Tianshan and Korla Licheng. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Aksu (Onsu) (AKU).