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Urumqi.197 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Mar, returning Tue, 1 Apr.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Fri, 28 Mar, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Urumqi on Tue, 1 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From 197 €, select.
Urumqi.202 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Apr, returning Wed, 2 Apr.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, 2 Apr, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Urumqi on Wed, 2 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From 202 €, select.
Urumqi.206 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Mar, returning Mon, 31 Mar.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Fri, 28 Mar, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Urumqi on Mon, 31 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From 206 €, select.
Urumqi.224 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 May, returning Fri, 9 May.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Mon, 5 May, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Urumqi on Fri, 9 May, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From 224 €, select.
Urumqi.237 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Apr, returning Fri, 9 May.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sat, 19 Apr, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Urumqi on Fri, 9 May, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From 237 €, select.
Urumqi.250 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Oct, returning Mon, 13 Oct.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Urumqi on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From 250 €, select.
Urumqi.308 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Sep, returning Fri, 19 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Urumqi on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From 308 €, select.
Urumqi.319 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 May, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Fri, 16 May, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Urumqi on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From 319 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Urumqi

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Urumqi flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from 206 €
Apr
from 202 €
May
from 224 €
Jun
from 390 €
Jul
from 529 €
Aug
from 392 €
Sep
from 308 €
Oct
from 250 €
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Shanghai to Urumqi: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai to Urumqi below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Urumqi.

Shanghai to Urumqi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found197 €
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time5 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airlineChina Southern
Average flights per week75

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Urumqi: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Urumqi is 197 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 32 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Urumqi.
China Southern, China Eastern and Sichuan Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Urumqi.
As of March 2025, there are 75 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Urumqi.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Urumqi is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Urumqi Airport on Friday, 28 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 32 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Urumqi but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Urumqi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Urumqi is Spring Airlines .

Travelling from Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC): what you need to know

  • Countless great adventures start at one of Shanghai's main airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Check out your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) setting off from either of these.

  • Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is located in Urumqi. The city's timezone is UTC+8 — the same as Shanghai.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Shanghai to URC, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

About Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)

Getting from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to central Urumqi

  • Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to the centre of Urumqi is around 24 minutes in a car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)

  • Pick up a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport from 108 € or travel return from just 197 €. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Shanghai to URC if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.

  • Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare the prices of tickets from Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport across each month. The lowest fares are marked in green, so you can easily find a flight within your budget.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Shanghai to URC. You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll notify you when the price changes.

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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. June is the busiest month to travel to Urumqi. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Before booking a flight from Shanghai to URC, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Urumqi, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport in January when temperatures average between -21ºC and 0ºC.

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