AUH
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
2,622 km
1,629 miles
NGQ
Shiquanhe
China
Distance
2,622 km
1,629 mi / 1,416 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
65°
east northeast

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AUH NGQ
Airport Name Abu Dhabi International Airport Ngari Gunsa Airport
IATA Code AUH NGQ
ICAO Code OMAA ZUAL
City Abu Dhabi Shiquanhe
Country United Arab Emirates China
Timezone Asia/Dubai Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 88 ft 14,022 ft
Coordinates 24.430000, 54.650000 32.100000, 80.050000

Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Shiquanhe (NGQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Ngari Gunsa Airport (NGQ) in Shiquanhe, China is 2,622 kilometers (1,629 miles / 1,416 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United Arab Emirates with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:37 in Abu Dhabi, it's 04:37 in Shiquanhe. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 13,934 feet between the two airports. Ngari Gunsa Airport sits higher than Abu Dhabi International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Shiquanhe (NGQ) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 257° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Ngari Gunsa Airport (NGQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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