Cheap Flights from Urumqi to Almaty

Cheapest flights from Urumqi to Almaty

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Cheapest one way flight

$131

Syphax Airlines

1 layover

11h 20m

10/13/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Urumqi to Almaty departs on 10/13/2026, is operated by Syphax Airlines and costs $131

Cheapest round trip flight

$285

Syphax Airlines

1 layover

14h 5m

08/11/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Urumqi to Almaty departs on 08/11/2026, is operated by Syphax Airlines and costs $285

The fastest flight

1h 45m

Fastest flight from Urumqi to Almaty takes 1h 45m

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 4 days a week: Su, Tu, Th, and Sa

Earliest flight

8:45 AM

Latest flight

8:30 PM

Average flight duration

1h 56m

Direct flights count

20

Distance

853km

Timezone difference

3h

The distance between Urumqi and Almaty is 853km (529 miles). The average flight duration is 1h 56m. There are 20 direct flights from Urumqi to Almaty. The time difference between Urumqi and Almaty is 3h. Flights from Urumqi begin at 8:45 AM. The latest flight from Urumqi departs at 8:30 PM

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

Airfare from Urumqi to Almaty by month

The minimum one-way ticket price from Urumqi to Almaty is $131 (October 2026), while the maximum is $543 (May 2027). On average, a ticket costs $224–$302.

October 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$131

May 2027

Highest price

on average:

$543

Avg Price

Price dynamics

The Urumqi — Almaty route shows a classic seasonal pattern: prices rise, peak, then fall again. Knowing this, you can pick a more affordable time to fly.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Prices rise from June 2026 to July 2026 (+4%), then decline from July 2026 to October 2026 (15%). The cheapest tickets are in August 2026–October 2026 (averaging $139), while the priciest are in October 2026–May 2027 ($337).

Best time to buy

For savings, plan your flight for August 2026–October 2026 — you could save up to 59%. Try to avoid October 2026–May 2027 when possible: prices are at their highest then.

Price predictability

Price spread on this route is 71%. Costs depend heavily on the season, so flexibility in choosing your departure month is especially valuable here.

Airlines operating on route

The Urumqi — Almaty route is served by a wide range of airlines: 6 in total, including China Southern Airlines, Air Astana, Syphax Airlines, SCAT, China Eastern Airlines, and Shanghai Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $131. 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.

China Southern Airlines

starting at $198

Air Astana

starting at $199

Syphax Airlines

starting at $131

SCAT

starting at $148

China Eastern Airlines

starting at $159

Shanghai Airlines

starting at $543

Non-stop flights from Urumqi to Almaty

A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Urumqi to Almaty, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Urumqi — Almaty

URC — ALA

06/13/2026

Departure

Direct flight

CZ6011

starting at $198

Urumqi — Almaty

URC — ALA

06/04/2026

Departure

Direct flight

KC988

starting at $199

Urumqi — Almaty

URC — ALA

07/07/2026

Departure

Direct flight

CZ6075

starting at $200

Urumqi — Almaty

URC — ALA

06/18/2026

Departure

Direct flight

KC988

starting at $201

Urumqi — Almaty

URC — ALA

06/07/2026

Departure

Direct flight

KC988

starting at $202

Urumqi — Almaty

URC — ALA

06/16/2026

Departure

Direct flight

KC988

starting at $204

Urumqi — Almaty

URC — ALA

06/25/2026

Departure

Direct flight

KC988

starting at $204

Urumqi — Almaty

URC — ALA

08/25/2026

Departure

Direct flight

CZ6011

starting at $205

Urumqi — Almaty

URC — ALA

08/11/2026

Departure

Direct flight

CZ6011

starting at $205

Urumqi — Almaty

URC — ALA

06/30/2026

Departure

Direct flight

KC688

starting at $206

Schedule of direct flights from Urumqi to Almaty

A few airlines fly the Urumqi — Almaty route, but only one operates daily: China Southern Airlines flies every day. Air Astana only flies on Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

China Southern Airlines

Every day

starting at $217

Air Astana

Su, Tu, Th, and Sa

starting at $209

Urumqi airports overview

Urumqi Diwopu International Airport

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URC

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Almaty airports overview

Almaty Airport

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ALA

13km

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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 Urumqi to Almaty?

The cheapest flight ticket from Urumqi to Almaty according to data for the last 48 hours costs $131

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

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

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

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Urumqi to Almaty can be found flying in these months: October, August, June.

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

The fastest flights from Urumqi to Almaty start from 1 hour 45 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Urumqi to Almaty?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Urumqi — Almaty: China Southern Airlines, Air Astana

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Urumqi to Almaty

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.

Urumqi — Almaty

June 10

SCAT

$160

Alternative routes

Altay ➜ Almaty•Aksu ➜ Almaty•Bole ➜ Almaty•Kuqa ➜ Almaty•Korla ➜ Almaty•Karamay ➜ Almaty•Shihezi ➜ Almaty•Tacheng ➜ Almaty•Turpan ➜ Almaty•Urumqi ➜ Aksu•Urumqi ➜ Bole•Urumqi ➜ Shymkent•Urumqi ➜ Taraz•Urumqi ➜ Bishkek•Urumqi ➜ Kuqa•Urumqi ➜ Namangan•Urumqi ➜ Osh•Urumqi ➜ Tashkent•Urumqi ➜ Tacheng

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Cheapest one way flight

$131

Syphax Airlines

1 layover

11h 20m

10/13/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Urumqi to Almaty departs on 10/13/2026, is operated by Syphax Airlines and costs $131

Cheapest round trip flight

$285

Syphax Airlines

1 layover

14h 5m

08/11/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Urumqi to Almaty departs on 08/11/2026, is operated by Syphax Airlines and costs $285

The fastest flight