Direct (nonstop) flights from Baku to Urumqi

1 airline flys nonstop from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). It's 1,919 miles (3,088 km), about 4h 15m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines.

GYD
Heydar Aliyev International Airport
🇦🇿 Baku, Azerbaijan
URC
Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
🇨🇳 Urumqi, China
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,919 mi
3,088 km
CO₂/pax
324 kg
−52 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
China Southern Airlines
Time Diff
+4h
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
GYD → URC
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,919 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Baku to Urumqi with one stop · direct emits 324 kg CO₂ per passenger

GYD SKD (Samarkand) URC
Leg 1: 2h (898 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (1,094 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 376 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → SKD
2h · 898 mi
View GYD to SKD flights →
Leg 2
SKD → URC
2h 30m · 1,094 mi
View SKD to URC flights →
GYD CIT (Shymkent) URC
Leg 1: 2h 25m (1,016 mi) Leg 2: 2h 13m (913 mi) Total: ~4h 38m 🍃 366 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → CIT
2h 25m · 1,016 mi
View GYD to CIT flights →
Leg 2
CIT → URC
2h 13m · 913 mi
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GYD TAS (Tashkent) URC
Leg 1: 2h 25m (1,007 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (943 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 354 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → TAS
2h 25m · 1,007 mi
View GYD to TAS flights →
Leg 2
TAS → URC
2h 25m · 943 mi
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GYD ALA (Almaty) URC
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,399 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (524 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 358 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → ALA
3h 10m · 1,399 mi
View GYD to ALA flights →
Leg 2
ALA → URC
1h 40m · 524 mi
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GYD BSZ (Bishkek) URC
Leg 1: 2h 58m (1,269 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (656 mi) Total: ~4h 53m 🍃 361 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → BSZ
2h 58m · 1,269 mi
View GYD to BSZ flights →
Leg 2
BSZ → URC
1h 55m · 656 mi
View BSZ to URC flights →

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URC → GYD: Flights from Urumqi to Baku

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Baku to Urumqi?

A nonstop flight from Baku (GYD) to Urumqi (URC) takes approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 1,919 miles (3,088 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Baku to Urumqi?

Just China Southern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Baku to Urumqi?

Yes. 1 airline: China Southern Airlines.

How far is Baku from Urumqi?

The flight distance from Baku to Urumqi is 1,919 miles (3,088 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What is the time difference between Baku and Urumqi?

Urumqi is 4 hours ahead of Baku. (Asia/Baku vs Asia/Shanghai.)

Will I experience jet lag flying from Baku to Urumqi?

Maybe mild — 4-hour difference. Most people adjust in a day or two.

What type of aircraft flies from Baku to Urumqi?

At 4h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Azerbaijan 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 Baku to Urumqi?

Roughly 324 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,620 km.

Is the return flight from Urumqi to Baku 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 Baku to Urumqi?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

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

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