Airport Comparison
Athens (ATH) to Urumqi (URC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) in Urumqi, China is 5,247 kilometers (3,260 miles / 2,833 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Greece with China. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:55 in Athens, it's 12:55 in Urumqi. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,817 feet between the two airports. Urumqi Diwopu International Airport sits higher than Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
The return flight from Urumqi (URC) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 286° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.