Travelling from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.
Urumqi is three hours ahead of Lahore and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your LHE to URC flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Travelling to Urumqi (and then seeing more of China!) is easy with China Southern Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with China Southern Airlines on this route.
If you want to tour a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is a well-known stop between LHE and URC.
How to find the cheapest flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
R 7,812 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Allama Iqbal International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 18,717. These prices can change depending on availability.
Get cheap tickets from LHE to URC by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Allama Iqbal International Airport, 68.2% of flights complete their journey on time.
Allama Iqbal International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Lahore. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy hotel near LHE? If you've booked an early flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Allama Iqbal International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near URC instead:
Getting from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to central Urumqi
You'll find URC at Airport Expressway Entrance & Wuchang Hwy.
From Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, Urumqi is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
The quietest month for a flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Urumqi based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Urumqi is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from LHE to URC in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -21ºC (-6ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Urumqi has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China you'll want to see. Around 137 kilometres north-west of Urumqi, a visit to Shihezi will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like 幸福路步行街, Manasihe and 游憩广场.
Around 290 kilometres north-west of Urumqi, Karamay is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with 铁马广场, Yelin Peninsula and 人民广场.
