Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Urumqi

Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Urumqi

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.

Cheapest one way flight

$114

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

5 hours

04/02/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Urumqi departs on 04/02/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $114

Cheapest round trip flight

$202

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

10h 10m

03/21/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Urumqi departs on 03/21/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $202

The fastest flight

5 hours

Fastest flight from Shanghai to Urumqi takes 5 hours

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Sa

Earliest flight

6:35 AM

Latest flight

8:15 PM

Average flight duration

5h 23m

Direct flights count

113

Distance

3280km

Timezone difference

0h

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

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Shanghai to Urumqi by month

The minimum one-way ticket price from Shanghai to Urumqi is $114 (April 2026), while the maximum is $355 (July 2026). On average, a ticket costs $218–$472.

April 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$114

July 2026

Highest price

on average:

$355

Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

The Shanghai — Urumqi route is served by a wide range of airlines: 4 in total, including Spring Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Urumqi Air, and China Eastern Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $114. 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.

Spring Airlines

starting at $114

Shanghai Airlines

starting at $139

Urumqi Air

starting at $143

China Eastern Airlines

starting at $221

Non-stop flights from Shanghai to Urumqi

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.

Shanghai — Urumqi

SHA — URC

04/02/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C6927

starting at $114

Shanghai — Urumqi

SHA — URC

03/30/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C6495

starting at $116

Shanghai — Urumqi

SHA — URC

04/08/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C6495

starting at $118

Shanghai — Urumqi

SHA — URC

04/02/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C6495

starting at $121

Shanghai — Urumqi

SHA — URC

03/19/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C6927

starting at $124

Shanghai — Urumqi

SHA — URC

03/24/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C6927

starting at $128

Shanghai — Urumqi

SHA — URC

03/22/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C6927

starting at $129

Shanghai — Urumqi

SHA — URC

04/09/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8865

starting at $129

Shanghai — Urumqi

SHA — URC

03/28/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C6927

starting at $132

Shanghai — Urumqi

SHA — URC

04/04/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C6927

starting at $133

Schedule of direct flights from Shanghai to Urumqi

A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Shanghai to Urumqi:

Shanghai Airlines

Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Sa

starting at $142

Spring Airlines

Every day

starting at $238

Shanghai airports overview

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

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PVG

33km

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

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SHA

14km

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Urumqi airports overview

Urumqi Diwopu International Airport

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URC

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Shanghai to Urumqi?

The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Urumqi according to data for the last 48 hours costs $114

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Shanghai — Urumqi?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Shanghai to Urumqi is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Shanghai to Urumqi?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Urumqi can be found flying in these months: April, March, May.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Urumqi?

The fastest flights from Shanghai to Urumqi start from 5 hours in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Shanghai to Urumqi?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Shanghai — Urumqi: Spring Airlines

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Shanghai to Urumqi

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

Shanghai — Urumqi

September 10

Spring Airlines

$172

Alternative routes

Changzhou ➜ Urumqi•Hangzhou ➜ Urumqi•Zhoushan ➜ Urumqi•Ningbo ➜ Urumqi•Nanjing ➜ Urumqi•Nantong ➜ Urumqi•Wuxi ➜ Urumqi•Yiwu ➜ Urumqi•Yancheng ➜ Urumqi•Yangzhou ➜ Urumqi•Shanghai ➜ Altay•Shanghai ➜ Aksu•Shanghai ➜ Bole•Shanghai ➜ Kuqa•Shanghai ➜ Korla•Shanghai ➜ Karamay•Shanghai ➜ Shihezi•Shanghai ➜ Tacheng•Shanghai ➜ Turpan

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Cheapest one way flight

$114

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

5 hours

04/02/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Urumqi departs on 04/02/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $114

Cheapest round trip flight

$202

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

10h 10m

03/21/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Urumqi departs on 03/21/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $202

The fastest flight