Cheap Flights from Urumqi to Almaty — $135

The Urumqi — Almaty route is served by a wide range of airlines: 6 in total, including Air Astana, China Southern Airlines, Syphax Airlines, SCAT, Tianjin Airlines, and Shanghai Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $135. 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.

Urumqi is served mainly by Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC), the region’s primary international and domestic hub linking Xinjiang with major Chinese cities and some Central Asian routes. Carriers range from full-service national airlines to low-cost domestic operators, so fares can be competitive on regional sectors but higher for international connections. The airport sits about 16–26 km northeast of the city center, with travel times typically 25–45 minutes by taxi depending on traffic; fares are usually modest compared with long-haul hubs. Public options include airport shuttle buses and occasional coach services, often taking 40–60 minutes with lower fixed fares. Pros: generally efficient transfers and a full set of passenger facilities; cons: distance can add taxi cost and journey time during peak hours, and international connectivity is less extensive than larger coastal hubs.

Almaty International Airport (ALA) is Kazakhstan’s main international gateway and usually functions as the country’s primary hub for full-service and regional carriers, with national airline services and several international long-haul connections. Fares can be mid-to-high compared with smaller domestic fields, though low-cost options appear on some routes. The airport sits about 15–20 km southeast of Almaty’s city centre; the ride takes roughly 20–40 minutes depending on traffic. Transport choices include taxis and app-based rides (typical fares vary by provider), airport shuttles and local buses, while private transfers are commonly used for speed and convenience. Pros: broad route network and decent passenger facilities; cons: traffic to the city can be slow at peak times and some terminal services may feel busy during peak seasons.

The distance between Urumqi and Almaty is 853km (529 miles). The average flight duration is 1h 50m. There are 24 direct flights from Urumqi to Almaty. The time difference between Urumqi and Almaty is 3h. Flights from Urumqi begin at 8:55 AM. The latest flight from Urumqi departs at 8:30 PM

The minimum one-way ticket price from Urumqi to Almaty is $146 (June 2026), while the maximum is $1,083 (April 2027). On average, a ticket costs $163–$320.