Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Urumqi

FAQ

• What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Urumqi (SHA-URC)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Tianjin Airlines offers one-way fares as low as PHP 5,060 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. PVG to URC on Sat, Oct 11), while Tianjin Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from PHP 11,343 departing on Sat, Oct 11 and returning on Thu, Oct 16.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Shanghai to Urumqi?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Urumqi with the following airlines, including: China Southern Airlines Shanghai Airlines China Eastern Airlines Juneyao Airlines Hainan Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Urumqi (URC) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 5 hours 37 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Urumqi (URC).

• When is the best time to book flights from Shanghai to Urumqi?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Urumqi is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Shanghai to Urumqi?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 98 flight per week flying from Shanghai to Urumqi. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Xiamen Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- MF4470 (14:27)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Shanghai to Urumqi?

  To find best deals on flights from Shanghai to Urumqi, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, Oct 11, with one-way flights priced at just PHP 5,060.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Suparna Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Urumqi travel is around June.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Urumqi (URC) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Urumqi is March, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Urumqi on?

  After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Urumqi on October 23, 2025 with Suparna Airlines, with prices starting at PHP 4,651.

• Which airports can I fly to for Urumqi from Shanghai?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Urumqi, with Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Urumqi Tianshan International Airport (SHA-URC) is by far the most common option on this route: Urumqi Tianshan International Airport (URC).

• Is there any time difference between Shanghai and Urumqi?

  The time difference between Urumqi and Shanghai is 0h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Shanghai to Urumqi?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.