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Urumqi

Ürümqi Tianshan International Airport

ZWWW
409
Flights/Day
15:51
Local Time
Shanghai
Timezone
2,125ft
Elevation
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Current Conditions
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MVFR
-7°C
Clear Sky • 2kt • 4mi • 1026.00"
Observed: 07:30 UTC
MVFR — Marginal Visual: Reduced visibility, minor delays possible.
Cloud Forecast
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14:00
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21:00 BECMG
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11:00 BECMG
CLR
Few (1-2 oktas) Scattered (3-4) Broken (5-7) Overcast (8) | CLR = Clear 25k = 25,000 ft ceiling
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TAF valid until 20:00 local time
About Ürümqi Tianshan International Airport

Urumqi's remote northwest location brings continental extremes. Dust from nearby deserts can affect visibility.

Is Urumqi Airport turbulent?

Urumqi sits in northwestern China near the Tian Shan mountains, creating potential for mountain wave turbulence. The desert continental climate brings extreme temperature swings and occasional dust storms. Winter is harsh with heavy snow. The remote location makes weather disruptions particularly challenging for rebooking.

  • Tian Shan mountains create potential for mountain waves
  • Desert continental climate with extreme temperatures
  • Remote location complicates rebooking during delays
How do the mountains affect Urumqi flights?

The Tian Shan range to the south can create turbulence when winds are strong. Flights crossing central Asia may encounter bumpy conditions. The high-altitude approaches require careful navigation. The dramatic terrain makes for scenic but potentially bumpy arrivals.

When is the best time to fly from Urumqi?

Late spring (May-June) and early autumn (September) offer the most pleasant conditions. Winter is extremely cold with heavy snow. Summer is hot but generally clear. The extreme continental climate makes shoulder seasons most comfortable.

Is turbulence at Urumqi dangerous?

No. Modern aircraft are designed to withstand forces far stronger than turbulence. While bumps can feel uncomfortable, they do not pose a safety risk. Pilots actively avoid rough air whenever possible. Learn more about turbulence

Best seats to reduce turbulence when flying from Urumqi?

Seats near the wings feel the least movement because they are closest to the aircraft's center of gravity. Seats at the back of the aircraft feel turbulence more strongly. Learn more about seat selection

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CGO 17:15 Local -- Forecast
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XIY 17:15 Local boeing 737-85c Forecast
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LZO 17:20 Local -- Forecast
PN6270
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CKG 17:20 Local -- Forecast
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UQ3601
Urumqi Air
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15:55
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3U3184
airbus a320-271n
15:55
Local
URC CKG
CZ CZ6798
boeing 737-81b
15:55
Local
URC PVG
MU MU6762
16:00
Local
URC KHG
GS GS7563
16:00
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CZ CZ6798
16:00
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9C8846
16:00
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URC HET
CZ CZ6182
16:00
Local
URC LHW
HU HU7851
boeing 737-84p
16:00
Local
URC SHA
HO HO1256
airbus a320-271n
16:05
Local
URC SYX
CZ CZ6938
airbus a321-253nx
16:05
Local
URC AKU
UQ UQ2619
16:05
Local
URC SZX
CZ CZ5796
airbus a320-251n
16:15
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URC FYN
UQ UQ3601
16:25
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URC SHA
HO HO1256
16:30
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URC TNA
MF MF8242
16:30
Local
URC NKG
MU MU2992
airbus a320-251n
16:35
Local
URC XIY
MU MU6316
16:40
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URC INC
GJ GJ8698
16:40
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URC CSX
FU FU6594
16:40
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ZH ZH9242
airbus a320-251n
16:40
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URC NLT
GS GS7527
embraer e190lr
16:40
Local
URC FYN
GS GS7485
16:45
Local
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CZ CZ6881
boeing 777-31b(er)
16:45
Local
URC SHA
MU MU5700
16:50
Local
URC CSX
CZ CZ3468
16:50
Local
URC XIY
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airbus a320-251n
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CZ CZ3912
airbus a321-253nx
16:55
Local
URC CGO
CZ CZ6662
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URC KHG
CZ CZ6807
16:55
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URC PEK
CA CA1254
16:55
Local
URC KCA
CZ CZ6871
17:00
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URC ZFL
GS GS7491
embraer e190lr
17:00
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URC XIY
9C8846
17:00
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GS GS7527
17:00
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MF MF8230
17:05
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UQ UQ3512
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boeing 737-89p
17:10
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17:10
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17:15
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boeing 737-85c
17:20
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17:20
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URC CKG
PN PN6270
17:20
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2C151
17:20
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URC CGO
GS GS7728
airbus a320-232
17:25
Local
URC XIY
CZ CZ6966
17:25
Local
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CZ CZ6492
17:30
Local
URC XIY
HU HU7897
17:30
Local
URC PKX
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17:40
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airbus a320-214
17:45
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