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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Beijing to Urumqi Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £283. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Urumqi.£214 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May, returning Sun, 10 May.Return flight with Hainan Airlines and Air China.Outbound direct flight with Hainan Airlines departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Air China departs from Urumqi on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £214, select.

Urumqi.£241 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar, returning Wed, 1 Apr.Return flight with Spring Airlines and Tianjin Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Beijing Daxing on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with Tianjin Airlines, departs from Urumqi on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £241, select.

Urumqi.£284 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Apr, returning Wed, 8 Apr.Return flight with China Eastern and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Daxing on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Urumqi on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £284, select.

Urumqi.£298 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Mar, returning Sun, 29 Mar.Return flight with China Eastern and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Daxing on Sun, 22 Mar, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Urumqi on Sun, 29 Mar, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £298, select.

Urumqi.£308 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Fri, 12 Jun.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Daxing on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Urumqi on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £308, select.

Urumqi.£326 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Fri, 12 Jun.Return flight with China United Airlines.Outbound direct flight with China United Airlines departs from Beijing Daxing on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with China United Airlines departs from Urumqi on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £326, select.

Urumqi.£359 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar, returning Fri, 10 Apr.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Urumqi on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £359, select.

Urumqi.£360 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Apr, returning Wed, 15 Apr.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Urumqi on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £360, select.

Urumqi.£360 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Mon, 30 Mar.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Urumqi on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £360, select.

Urumqi.£409 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Spring Airlines and Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Beijing Daxing on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Urumqi on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £409, select.

Urumqi.£426 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Tue, 5 May.Return flight with Air China and China Southern.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Urumqi on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £426, select.

Urumqi.£433 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun, returning Mon, 29 Jun.Return flight with China Southern and Shandong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Beijing Daxing on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with Shandong Airlines, departs from Urumqi on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £433, select.

Urumqi.£578 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Urumqi on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £578, select.

Urumqi.£587 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Jun, returning Wed, 8 Jul.Return flight with Spring Airlines and Shandong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Beijing Daxing on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with Shandong Airlines, departs from Urumqi on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £587, select.

Urumqi.£609 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul, returning Sun, 12 Jul.Return flight with HK Express and Shandong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with HK Express, departs from Beijing Daxing on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with Shandong Airlines, departs from Urumqi on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £609, select.

Urumqi.£621 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Beijing Daxing on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Urumqi on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £621, select.

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Beijing to Urumqi: Alternative routes

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Beijing to Urumqi: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£214
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	4 hrs, 26 mins
Most popular airline	Air China
Average flights per week	270

Finding cheap flights from Beijing to Urumqi: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Beijing to Urumqi?

The best price we found for a return flight from Beijing to Urumqi is £214. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

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

4 hours and 26 minutes is the average flight time from Beijing to Urumqi.

Which airlines fly direct from Beijing to Urumqi?

Air China, Shenzhen Airlines and China Southern fly direct from Beijing to Urumqi.

How many flights are there a week from Beijing to Urumqi?

As of March 2026, there are 272 flights per week flying from Beijing to Urumqi.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Beijing to Urumqi?

The cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Urumqi is usually May.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Beijing to Urumqi Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Beijing to Urumqi Airport on Sunday, 3 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Beijing to Urumqi Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 25 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Urumqi?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Urumqi but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Urumqi?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Urumqi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Beijing to Urumqi with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Urumqi is Hainan Airlines .

Flying from Beijing to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC): What you need to know

Your adventure gets underway at one of Beijing's main airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). Explore your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) taking off from either of these bases.
4 hours 20 minutes is the average duration of a direct Beijing to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flight.
Urumqi (where Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is located) and Beijing share the UTC+8 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
You can pick from 81 direct services a week between Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). This is the most popular route when departing from Beijing.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Beijing to URC. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

You can hop on a direct flight from Beijing to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
At PEK, you can choose from various airlines operating direct flights from Beijing to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, such as:
The airline most travellers choose when flying between PEK and URC is Air China.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is Hainan Airlines.
Located around 27 kms (17 miles) from central Beijing, PEK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Beijing Capital International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Beijing to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Beijing Capital International Airport has a solid on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from PEK arrive on schedule 81% of the time.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

You can book a direct Beijing to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) plane ticket out of Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). Figure out if flying from PKX works better for your plans.
When departing from PKX, there's a good mix of airlines that fly nonstop to your destination. Take to the skies on a direct flight from Beijing to URC with any of these:
China Southern is the most frequently booked airline flying from PKX to URC.
Beijing Capital Airlines has the strongest on-time record of any carrier operating flights between Beijing Daxing International Airport and Urumqi Diwopu International Airport.
You can get to PKX from the centre of Beijing in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Beijing Daxing International Airport the day before your Beijing to URC flight:
Flights from Beijing Daxing International Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 87% of them arriving as expected.

About Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Beijing to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near URC instead:
URC is located at Airport Expressway Entrance & Wuchang Hwy.

Getting from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to central Urumqi

From Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, central Urumqi is around 16 kms (10 miles) away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)

£123 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. A return flight starts at £214. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Beijing to URC. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Beijing to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)

It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Beijing to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC). February is the peak month for travel to Urumqi. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in December.
When booking your Beijing to URC plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Urumqi, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Beijing to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -21ºC and 0ºC.

More about Urumqi

Start your Urumqi trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Hongshan Pagoda, Urumqi Botanical Garden and Xinjiang Ancient Ecological Park are highlights which should be on any good Urumqi itinerary.

Explore more of China

While Urumqi is a great introduction to China, there's much more to discover in Shihezi. Around 121 kms (75 miles) to the west, this must-visit city loads of things to see and do, including Manasihe and Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps Military Reclamation Museum - Xintonghang Y-11 Aircraft.
If there's time to check out another great destination in China, consider Karamay, about 274 kms (170 miles) northwest of Urumqi. Karamay Sunshine Water World, Heiyou Mountain and Friendship Exhibition are the start of reasons to visit.