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      Flight deals from Shanghai Hongqiao to Urumqi

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Urumqi Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,593. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Urumqi.R 1,222 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,222, select.
      Urumqi.R 1,363 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,363, select.
      Urumqi.R 1,499 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,499, select.
      Urumqi.R 1,689 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,689, select.
      Urumqi.R 1,690 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Dec.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,690, select.
      Urumqi.R 2,372 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,372, select.
      Urumqi.R 2,908 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,908, select.
      Urumqi.R 3,926 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,926, select.
      Urumqi.R 10,206 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Apr.One-way flight with Shanghai Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shanghai Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Fri, 23 Apr, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,206, select.
      Urumqi.R 10,215 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 May.One-way flight with Shanghai Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shanghai Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sat, 8 May, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,215, select.
      Urumqi.R 10,316 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Shanghai Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shanghai Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,316, select.
      Urumqi.R 30,987 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 27 Jul, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 30,987, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao to Urumqi

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai Hongqiao to Urumqi flights are currently cheapest in August.
      Aug
      from R 1,222
      Sep
      from R 1,499
      Oct
      from R 1,363
      Nov
      from R 1,689
      Dec
      from R 1,690
      Jan
      from R 2,372
      Feb
      from R 3,926
      Mar
      from R 2,908
      Apr
      from R 10,206
      May
      from R 10,215
      Jun
      from R 10,316
      Jul
      from R 30,987

      Direct flights from Shanghai Hongqiao to Urumqi

      Air China
      China Eastern
      China Southern
      Hainan Airlines
      Juneyao Airlines
      Shanghai Airlines
      Shenzhen Airlines
      Sichuan Airlines
      Spring Airlines
      Xiamen Airlines

      Shanghai Hongqiao to Urumqi: Alternative routes

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

      Urumqi

      14km from central Urumqi
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      Shanghai to Urumqi: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 1,222
      Cheapest month to flyAugust
      Average flight time5 hrs, 20 mins
      Most popular airlineChina Southern
      Average flights per week127

      Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao to Urumqi: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Hongqiao to Urumqi is R 3,124. 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 20 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Hongqiao to Urumqi.
      China Southern, China Eastern and Sichuan Airlines fly direct from Shanghai Hongqiao to Urumqi.
      As of August 2026, there are 127 flights per week flying from Shanghai Hongqiao to Urumqi.
      The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao to Urumqi is usually August.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Urumqi Airport on Thursday, 27 August 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 20 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.

      Currently, Spring Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Urumqi.

      Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Urumqi Airport (URC): what you need to know

      • The average length of a direct flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Urumqi Airport is 5 hours 25 minutes.

      • Urumqi's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shanghai.

      • Pack your suitcase and choose from 63 weekly Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Urumqi Airport flights.

      • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SHA to URC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

      • Travelling during a peak month like April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

      • Plenty of airlines offer direct flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Urumqi Airport. Fly nonstop to Urumqi with these carriers and discover this exciting part of China:

      • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is China Southern.

      • Spring Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers SHA to URC flights, with 75.0% of its services arriving on schedule.

      • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Urumqi Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between SHA and URC include:

        • Xi An Xianyang Airport

        • Zhengzhou Airport

        • Taiyuan Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Urumqi Airport (URC)

      • R 1,222 is the best price for a one-way Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Urumqi Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 3,124. These prices may change based on demand and availability.

      • It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from SHA to URC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

      • If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Urumqi Airport.

      • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SHA to URC by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

      • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Urumqi Airport.

      Handy information about Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)

      • SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

      • Shanghai Hongqiao Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from SHA arrive at their destination as scheduled.

      • To get to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport from central Shanghai, it takes about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

      • The journey on public transport takes about 40 minutes.

      • Looking for a handy hotel near SHA? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Urumqi Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

      Arriving at Urumqi Airport (URC)

      Getting from Urumqi Airport (URC) to central Urumqi

      • The address for URC is Airport Expressway Entrance & Wuchang Hwy.

      • From Urumqi Airport, Urumqi is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.

      • Getting there by public transport takes around 50 minutes.

      When to fly to Urumqi Airport (URC)

      • July is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Urumqi Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Urumqi in March.

      • When reserving your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Urumqi Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Urumqi, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

      • Search for cheap tickets from SHA to URC in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -21ºC (-6ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) on average.

      Explore more of China

      • Urumqi is just a glimpse of what China offers. Travel further to Shihezi, which is about 137 kilometres away to the north-west. From Manasihe to Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps Military Reclamation Museum - Xintonghang Y-11 Aircraft, there's so much to see and do in this fascinating city.

      • Where to next? Journey to Karamay. It's about 290 kilometres north-west of Urumqi and features highlights including Karamay Sunshine Water World and Heiyou Mountain.

      Plan the rest of your trip from Shanghai to Urumqi

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.