Direct (nonstop) flights from Bishkek to Urumqi

2 airlines fly nonstop from Manas International Airport (BSZ) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). It's 656 miles (1,055 km), about 1h 55m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, TezJet.

BSZ
Manas International Airport
🇰🇬 Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
656 mi
1,055 km
CO₂/pax
121 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
China Southern Airlines +1
Time Diff
+2h
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines TezJet TezJet

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
BSZ → URC
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
656 mi
TezJet K9 TezJet
Route
BSZ → URC
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
656 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Bishkek to Urumqi with one stop · direct emits 121 kg CO₂ per passenger

BSZ ALA (Almaty) URC
Leg 1: 55m (131 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (524 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 146 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BSZ → ALA
55m · 131 mi
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Leg 2
ALA → URC
1h 40m · 524 mi
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BSZ CIT (Shymkent) URC
Leg 1: 1h (257 mi) Leg 2: 2h 13m (913 mi) Total: ~3h 13m 🍃 242 kg CO₂ (+100% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BSZ → CIT
1h · 257 mi
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Leg 2
CIT → URC
2h 13m · 913 mi
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BSZ OSS (Osh) URC
Leg 1: 55m (190 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (785 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+69% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BSZ → OSS
55m · 190 mi
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Leg 2
OSS → URC
2h 20m · 785 mi
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BSZ TAS (Tashkent) URC
Leg 1: 1h 20m (293 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (943 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 238 kg CO₂ (+97% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BSZ → TAS
1h 20m · 293 mi
View BSZ to TAS flights →
Leg 2
TAS → URC
2h 25m · 943 mi
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BSZ DYU (Dushanbe) URC
Leg 1: 1h 20m (429 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (1,036 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 279 kg CO₂ (+131% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BSZ → DYU
1h 20m · 429 mi
View BSZ to DYU flights →
Leg 2
DYU → URC
2h 45m · 1,036 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Bishkek to Urumqi?

A nonstop flight from Bishkek (BSZ) to Urumqi (URC) takes approximately 1 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 656 miles (1,055 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Bishkek to Urumqi?

2 airlines: China Southern Airlines, TezJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Bishkek to Urumqi?

Yes. 2 airlines: China Southern Airlines, TezJet.

How far is Bishkek from Urumqi?

The flight distance from Bishkek to Urumqi is 656 miles (1,055 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What is the time difference between Bishkek and Urumqi?

Urumqi is 2 hours ahead of Bishkek. (Asia/Bishkek vs Asia/Shanghai.)

What type of aircraft flies from Bishkek to Urumqi?

At 1h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Kyrgyzstan to China?

Depends on your passport. Check with the China embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Bishkek to Urumqi?

Roughly 121 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 605 km.

Is the return flight from Urumqi to Bishkek also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Bishkek to Urumqi?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Manas International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.