On this page, you can find and buy flights from Shenzhen to Urumqi. Stretching 3,385 km across China, this route sees up to 37 flights per week.
Major carriers, including Hainan Airlines, China Southern, and Shenzhen Airlines, provide regular service. Before booking, we recommend checking how to get to the airport in Shenzhen and options for transfers in Urumqi upon arrival.
The table shows direct flights Shenzhen → Urumqi on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 5 h 15 min. Regular flights are operated by China Southern, Shenzhen Airlines, Hainan Airlines and Urumqi Air. Departures from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport airports, arrivals at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Shenzhen — Urumqi by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 976 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,878 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Shenzhen → Urumqi, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,836 | high | May | AED 1,412 | medium | Sep | AED 1,412 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,930 | high | Jun | AED 1,506 | medium | Oct | AED 1,977 | high |
| Mar | AED 1,365 | low | Jul | AED 1,789 | high | Nov | AED 1,318 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,459 | medium | Aug | AED 1,742 | high | Dec | AED 1,365 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Urumqi sees its hottest weather in July, when average highs reach 31.1°C, while January is the coldest month, with night temperatures dropping to -15.7°C. Rainfall peaks in September, though the climate remains generally arid throughout the year.
The lowest flight cost was recorded for July 2026, starting AED 976. The most expensive time to book is April 2027, when ticket prices rise AED 1,878.
August is considered the best time to travel, as the weather remains warm and ticket prices haven't yet hit their autumn peak. It’s best to avoid the winter months due to extremely low temperatures, which can complicate logistics.
Four airlines operate on this route, with China Southern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, and Hainan Airlines accounting for the bulk of the traffic. There is frequent direct service between the cities, with about 37 flights per week. You can check the detailed flight schedule and choose a suitable carrier from the list below.
Flights Shenzhen — Urumqi depart from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport and arrive at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight takes approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes, as the distance between the cities exceeds 3,300 km.
Hainan Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, China Southern, and Urumqi Air operate regular flights.
Yes, there are many direct flights available on this route, totaling up to 37 per week.
Airfares change constantly depending on demand; you can check the current lowest rates for your dates using the low-price calendar on this page.
All flights from Shenzhen arrive at Diwopu International Airport (URC), the main gateway to Urumqi.
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