Cheap Flights from Urumqi to Shanghai

Cheapest flights from Urumqi to Shanghai

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 Urumqi to Shanghai. 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

$109

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

4h 40m

03/22/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Urumqi to Shanghai departs on 03/22/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $109

Cheapest round trip flight

$213

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

10h 10m

12/15/2025

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Urumqi to Shanghai departs on 12/15/2025, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $213

The fastest flight

4h 25m

Fastest flight from Urumqi to Shanghai takes 4h 25m

Direct flights

Every day

There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

8:25 AM

Latest flight

7:15 PM

Average flight duration

4h 42m

Direct flights count

101

Distance

3280km

Timezone difference

0h

The distance between Urumqi and Shanghai is 3280km (2034 miles). The average flight duration is 4h 42m. There are 101 direct flights from Urumqi to Shanghai. Urumqi and Shanghai are in the same time zone. Flights from Urumqi begin at 8:25 AM. The latest flight from Urumqi departs at 7:15 PM

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

Airfare from Urumqi to Shanghai by month

The minimum one-way ticket price from Urumqi to Shanghai is $115 (March 2026), while the maximum is $270 (February 2026). On average, a ticket costs $176–$183.

March 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$115

February 2026

Highest price

on average:

$270

Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

The Urumqi — Shanghai route is served by a wide range of airlines: 8 in total, including Spring Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Urumqi Air, Air China, China Eastern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, SCAT, and Sichuan Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $109. 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.

Starting at $109

Starting at $119

Starting at $119

Starting at $130

China Eastern Airlines

Starting at $145

Shanghai Airlines

Starting at $181

SCAT

Starting at $270

Sichuan Airlines

Starting at $540

Direct Flights from Urumqi to Shanghai

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

Urumqi — Shanghai

URC — SHA

03/22/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C6928

Starting at $109

Urumqi — Shanghai

URC — SHA

03/15/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C6928

Starting at $109

Urumqi — Shanghai

URC — SHA

03/16/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C6928

Starting at $112

Urumqi — Shanghai

URC — SHA

03/11/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C6928

Starting at $115

Urumqi — Shanghai

URC — SHA

03/20/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C6928

Starting at $115

Urumqi — Shanghai

URC — SHA

03/13/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C6928

Starting at $116

Urumqi — Shanghai

URC — SHA

12/10/2025

Departure

Direct flight

9C6928

Starting at $118

Urumqi — Shanghai

URC — SHA

03/09/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C6928

Starting at $118

Urumqi — Shanghai

URC — SHA

12/16/2025

Departure

Direct flight

HO1256

Starting at $119

Urumqi — Shanghai

URC — SHA

12/13/2025

Departure

Direct flight

UQ2599

Starting at $119

Schedule of direct flights from Urumqi to Shanghai

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

China Eastern Airlines

Every day

Starting at $138

Urumqi airports overview

Urumqi Diwopu International Airport

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URC

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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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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

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

How much is the cheapest flight ticket from Urumqi to Shanghai?

The cheapest flight ticket from Urumqi to Shanghai according to data for the last 48 hours costs $109

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

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

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

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

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

The fastest flights from Urumqi to Shanghai start from 4 hours 25 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Urumqi to Shanghai?

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

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Urumqi to Shanghai

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 — Shanghai

March 20

Spring Airlines

$115

Alternative routes

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

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Cheapest one way flight

$109

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

4h 40m

03/22/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Urumqi to Shanghai departs on 03/22/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $109

Cheapest round trip flight

$213

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

10h 10m

12/15/2025

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Urumqi to Shanghai departs on 12/15/2025, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $213

The fastest flight