Non-stop flights to Korla (KRL)
Korla Airport is a medium sized airport in China. It is a domestic airport. Currently, there are 33 domestic flights to Korla.
Korla is mainly known for its nature.
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All direct flights to Korla Top 200 flights with a stopover Airlines flying to Korla Best time to visit Korla Business Class flights First Class flights Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQThis month, there are 1,191 flights arriving at Korla Airport, which are 40 flights per day or 2 flights per hour.
The most frequently departed flights to Korla are routes from Xi'an (XIY) in China and Chengdu (TFU), also in China. These two routes together are operated 229 times this month, and make up for 19% of all monthly arrivals at Korla Airport.
The longest flight to Korla KRL is departing from Shanghai (SHA). This non-stop flight takes around 4 hours and 50 minutes and covers a distance of 2,067 miles (3,327 km).
List of all direct flights to Korla
Below you can find a list of all cities and countries that have direct flights to Korla, ordered by popularity.
Top 200 flights with a stopover
This list contains the 200 most popular airports from which flights depart that require just one stopover to get to Korla.
Airlines flying to Korla
Currently, there are 12 airlines that fly to Korla. Most flights to Korla are operated by China Express, as they connect 19 airports to KRL. That’s around 2 times as much as Chengdu Airlines, the second biggest airline in terms of operated flight routes to Korla. Below you can find the list of airlines that operate all KRL flights:
What is the best time to visit Korla?
🏜️ Desert
Desert destinations like Korla are known for their hot days, with temperatures frequently exceeding 40°C (104°F), but cooler nights. With very little rainfall, these locations are famous for their extreme weather, breathtaking scenery, and the cultural heritage of their inhabitants. Despite the harsh living conditions, they provide a remarkable mix of adventure, calmness, and stunning landscapes, making them wonderful places to explore.
Korla is a wonderful destination to explore throughout the year, but it's advisable to avoid the summer months due to the intense heat. For a more enjoyable visit, plan your trip between September and May.
Business class flights to Korla
There are 20 airports that have flights to Korla in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights to KRL are listed below:
First class flights to Korla
If you are looking for a luxurious flight, there's a total of 4 airports to choose from that have flights to KRL in First Class.
International flights to Korla
Currently there are no international flights to Korla. The only flights to Korla are domestic flights within China. To get to Korla from another country you will need a flight with a stopover, for example through Beijing or Chengdu.
Domestic flights to Korla
Flights from China to Korla
There are lots of domestic flights to Korla (KRL). 33 airports in China have direct flights to the airport.
From Aksu and Alaer, you can fly with China Express.
From Altay, you can fly non-stop to Korla with Chengdu Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
From Beijing, the only airline with direct flights is Air China (Star Alliance).
From Beijing Daxing, direct flights are offered by Air China (Star Alliance), China Eastern (SkyTeam) and China Southern.
From Bole, you can fly non-stop with Chengdu Airlines or China Express. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
From Changsha, you can fly non-stop with Chengdu Airlines or Xiamen Airlines (SkyTeam). This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
From Chengdu, there are 4 airlines that have direct services to Korla, which are Air China (Star Alliance), China Southern, Qingdao Airlines and Sichuan Airlines.
From Chongqing, you can fly non-stop with China Express or Sichuan Airlines.
From Fuyun County, the only airline with direct flights is Chengdu Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
From Hami City, direct flights are offered by China Express. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
From Hangzhou, you can fly non-stop to Korla with China Eastern (SkyTeam).
From Karamay, direct flights are offered by China Express. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
From Kashgar, the only airline with direct flights is Chengdu Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
From Kuqa, you can fly non-stop to Korla with China Express. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
From Lanzhou, you can fly non-stop with Air China (Star Alliance) or Spring Airlines.
From Luntai and Qiemo, all direct flights to Korla are operated by China Express.
From Qingdao, direct flights are offered by China Eastern (SkyTeam).
From Qitai, the only airline with direct flights is Chengdu Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
From Ruoqiang Loulan, you can fly non-stop to Korla with China Express. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
From Shanghai, the only airline with direct flights is China Eastern (SkyTeam).
From Shihezi, you can fly non-stop with Chengdu Airlines or China Express. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
From Shijiazhuang, you can fly non-stop to Korla with Hebei Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
From Tumxuk, direct flights are offered by China Express. This route is recently announced though, and not operational yet. It will start in October 2026.
From Turpan, you can fly non-stop with Chengdu Airlines or China Express. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
From Urumqi, you can fly non-stop with China Express or China Southern.
From Xi'an, there are 4 airlines that have direct services to Korla, which are China Eastern (SkyTeam), China Express, Shandong Airlines and Sichuan Airlines.
From Yarkant (Shache), you can fly non-stop with Chengdu Airlines or China Express. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
From Yining, you can fly non-stop to Korla with China Express. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
From Yutian, you can fly non-stop with Chengdu Airlines or China Express. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
From Zhaosu, the only airline with direct flights is China Express. This route is recently announced though, and not operational yet. It will start in October 2026.
From Zhengzhou, you can fly non-stop with Shandong Airlines or West Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
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Alternative airports near Korla
Flying to an alternative airport near Korla could give you other options to reach your destination. For example, the possibility to fly with a different airline or alliance, or finding a cheaper airfare. The only alternative airport to Korla (KRL) within a range of 125 miles (200 km) is Luntai (LTJ).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Korla?
There is 1 airport in Korla: Korla Airport (KRL).
What is the best airport to fly into Korla?
The most convenient airport to fly into Korla is Korla Airport (KRL).
How many airlines fly to Korla?
There are 12 airlines flying to Korla from 33 airports around the world, as of October 2026.
Which airlines fly to Korla?
China Express, Chengdu Airlines and China Eastern operate most flights to Korla. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying to Korla?
Star Alliance and SkyTeam are currently the only two alliances that operate flights to Korla.
How many nonstop flights are there to Korla?
There are roughly 1,191 flights arriving at Korla every month (or 280 flights each week), from a total of 33 airports - all within China.
What is the official name of Korla Airport?
The official name of Korla Airport is Korla Airport.
What is the airport code of Korla Airport?
The airport code of Korla Airport is KRL.
What are the most popular flights to Korla?
Xi'an, Chengdu and Urumqi are the 3 most popular routes to Korla. For a complete overview of all flight routes to Korla, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight to Korla?
| Xi'an to Korla | 3h 5m |
| Chengdu to Korla | 3h 40m |
| Urumqi to Korla | 55m |
| Ruoqiang Loulan to Korla | 50m |
| Beijing Daxing to Korla | 3h 45m |
