Hotan (Yutian) to Ürümqi (YTW–URC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YTW–URC is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Urumqi Air, Spring Airlines and China Express Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 575 miles in approximately 1h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 4 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UQ Urumqi Air | 21 | 738 | 1h50-1h55 | – | – | – |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 4 | 320 | 2h05 | – | – | – |
| G5 China Express Airlines | 3 | 909 | 2h | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Ürümqi from Hotan (Yutian)
| Metric | YTW→URC | HTN→URC |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from YTW | – | 107 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 91 |
| Flight time | 1h 50m | 1h 55m |
Travel Essentials
YTW: +06 · URC: +06
When it's 6:00 PM in Hotan (Yutian), 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.
YTW–URC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YTW to URC
Yutian Wanfang Airport (YTW) and Ürümqi Tianshan International Airport (URC) are connected by nonstop service from Spring Airlines, China Express Airlines and Urumqi Air. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YTW to URC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YTW to URC ranges from 1 hours 50 minutes to 2 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 575 miles (925 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 56 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via KRL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hotan (HTN).