Airport Comparison
| FRA | URC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Frankfurt am Main International Airport | Urumqi Diwopu International Airport |
| IATA Code | FRA | URC |
| ICAO Code | EDDF | ZWWW |
| City | Frankfurt am Main | Urumqi |
| Country | Germany | China |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 364 ft | 2,125 ft |
| Coordinates | 50.030000, 8.540000 | 43.910000, 87.470000 |
Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Urumqi (URC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) in Urumqi, China is 5,744 kilometers (3,569 miles / 3,102 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 64°.
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 Germany 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 03:06 in Frankfurt am Main, it's 10:06 in Urumqi. With a 7-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 1,761 feet between the two airports. Urumqi Diwopu International Airport sits higher than Frankfurt am Main International Airport.
The return flight from Urumqi (URC) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) follows a heading of 307° (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 Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) and Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.