Travelling from Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC): What you need to know
Your next great adventure starts 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) departing from either of these bases.
5 hours 40 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flight.
Urumqi (where Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is located) and Shanghai share the UTC+8 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
There are 20 direct weekly services between Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). This is the most popular route when departing from Shanghai.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Shanghai to URC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Popular months like February or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) take off from this terminal.
Direct flights from Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport are operated by a range of airlines at PVG. Fly with any of these:
The airline with the highest booking numbers between PVG and URC is Shanghai Airlines.
Among carriers operating on this route, China Eastern has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
PVG is around 48 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from PVG touch down on schedule 82% of the time.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Thinking of flying out of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)? Direct Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
When departing from SHA, you can choose from a solid selection of airlines that fly nonstop to your destination. Take to the skies on a direct flight from Shanghai to URC with any of these:
China Southern is the top choice for travellers flying from SHA to URC.
Among the carriers operating flights between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, Spring Airlines has the best record for on-time arrivals.
You can arrive at SHA from central Shanghai in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Shanghai to URC flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 85% of flights departing here make it to their final destination as planned.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
Have a late flight from Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near URC and shut your eyes sooner:
URC is located at Airport Expressway Entrance & Wuchang Hwy.
Getting from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to central Urumqi
Central Urumqi is around 16 kilometres from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
$136 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. A return flight starts from $234. These fares may change based on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Shanghai to URC. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). February is the most popular month to visit Urumqi. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in December.
The warmest month in Urumqi is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Shanghai to URC plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between -21ºC (-6ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Urumqi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Urumqi right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Urumqi when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Hongshan Pagoda followed by Urumqi Botanical Garden and Xinjiang Ancient Ecological Park.
Explore more of China
Discover the best of Urumqi, then get out and explore other must-see parts of China. Travel west to Shihezi, around 121 kilometres away. Manasihe and Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps Military Reclamation Museum - Xintonghang Y-11 Aircraft are ideal first stops here.
If there's time to check out another major destination in China, head for Karamay, roughly 274 kilometres northwest of Urumqi. Karamay Sunshine Water World, Heiyou Mountain and Friendship Exhibition are key reasons to visit.
