Zhongwei (Shapotou) to Ürümqi (ZHY–URC) — 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.
ZHY–URC is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. West Air leads the route. The flight covers 1,021 miles in approximately 2h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PN West Air | 4 | 320 | 2h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Ürümqi from Zhongwei (Shapotou)
| Metric | ZHY→URC | INC→URC | LHW→URC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ZHY | – | 85 mi | 112 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 7 | 9 |
| Weekly flights | 4 | 56 | 96 |
| Flight time | 2h 50m | 3h | 2h 45m |
Travel Essentials
ZHY: CST · URC: +06
When it's 6:00 PM in Zhongwei (Shapotou), 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.
ZHY–URC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ZHY to URC
Zhongwei Shapotou Airport (ZHY) and Ürümqi Tianshan International Airport (URC) are connected by nonstop service from West Air. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
ZHY to URC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ZHY to URC is about 2 hours 50 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,021 miles (1,643 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Xi'an Xianyang, Chengdu Tianfu and Xining Caojiabao. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Yinchuan (INC), Lanzhou (Yongdeng) (LHW) and Guyuan (Yuanzhou) (GYU).