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Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Urumqi. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.
A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Shanghai to Urumqi, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
A few airlines fly the Shanghai — Urumqi route, but only one operates daily: Spring Airlines flies every day. Shanghai Airlines flies every day except Friday.
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The Shanghai — Urumqi route is served by a wide range of airlines: 5 in total, including Spring Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, Air China, Yangtze River Express, and China Eastern Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $162. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.
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Shanghai — Urumqi
09/01/2026
Departure
Direct flight
9C6927
starting at $162
Shanghai — Urumqi
08/25/2026
Departure
Direct flight
9C8865
starting at $186
Shanghai — Urumqi
09/13/2026
Departure
Direct flight
9C6927
starting at $188
Shanghai — Urumqi
08/11/2026
Departure
Direct flight
9C8865
starting at $195
Shanghai — Urumqi
09/11/2026
Departure
Direct flight
9C6495
starting at $203
Shanghai — Urumqi
06/09/2026
Departure
Direct flight
GS7588
starting at $223
Shanghai — Urumqi
06/10/2026
Departure
Direct flight
GS7588
starting at $226
Shanghai — Urumqi
06/20/2026
Departure
Direct flight
9C6927
starting at $230
Shanghai — Urumqi
08/16/2026
Departure
Direct flight
9C6495
starting at $242
Shanghai — Urumqi
06/03/2026
Departure
Direct flight
9C8865
starting at $249
Shanghai Airlines
Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Sa
starting at $158
Spring Airlines
Every day
starting at $266
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The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Urumqi departs on 09/01/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $162
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Urumqi departs on 08/30/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $363
Fastest flight from Shanghai to Urumqi takes 4h 55m
There are direct flights on this route 5 days a week: Su, Tu, We, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Shanghai and Urumqi is 3280km (2034 miles). The average flight duration is 5h 23m. There are 113 direct flights from Shanghai to Urumqi. Shanghai and Urumqi are in the same time zone. Flights from Shanghai begin at 6:35 AM. The latest flight from Shanghai departs at 8:15 PM
The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Urumqi according to data for the last 48 hours costs $162
Often the best time to buy tickets from Shanghai to Urumqi is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Urumqi can be found flying in these months: September, August, June.
The fastest flights from Shanghai to Urumqi start from 4 hours 55 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Shanghai — Urumqi: Spring Airlines, Tianjin Airlines
The minimum one-way ticket price from Shanghai to Urumqi is $162 (September 2026), while the maximum is $264 (July 2026). On average, a ticket costs $216–$467.
Ticket prices for Shanghai — Urumqi follow a predictable curve: rise, peak, and decline. This typical seasonal pattern lets you plan your purchase to avoid overpaying.
Prices rise from June 2026 to July 2026 (+18%), then decline from July 2026 to September 2026 (39%). The cheapest tickets are in August 2026–September 2026 (averaging $174), while the priciest are in June 2026–July 2026 ($244).
For savings, plan your flight for August 2026–September 2026 — you could save up to 28%. Try to avoid June 2026–July 2026 when possible: prices are at their highest then.
Price spread on this route is 17.2%. Costs depend heavily on the season, so flexibility in choosing your departure month is especially valuable here.