Travelling from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is 5 hours 35 minutes.
Hong Kong and Urumqi are in the same timezone, UTC+8.
Each week, there are 15 Hong Kong International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to catch your HKG to URC flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
You can travel nonstop to Urumqi, China. Prepare for takeoff with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport:
China Southern Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With 70.59% of services arriving as scheduled, China Southern Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating HKG to URC flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Hong Kong International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between HKG and URC include:
Tianfu International Airport
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
Right now, £105 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £165. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from HKG to URC, reserve your trip five months ahead of your departure.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
HKG is located at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
Of all flights leaving Hong Kong International Airport, 73.04% land on time at their destination.
Central Hong Kong to Hong Kong International Airport is approximately 20 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near HKG:
Arriving at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
Book a hotel close to URC if you have a late Hong Kong International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to central Urumqi
URC is located at Airport Expressway Entrance & Wuchang Hwy.
Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to central Urumqi has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 12 miles away.
When to fly to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
June is the busiest month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Urumqi in February.
Lock in your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport for July if you want to explore Urumqi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HKG to URC in January. Average temperatures are between -21ºC (-6ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Shihezi is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Urumqi. Around 85 miles away to the north-west, top sights here include 幸福路步行街, Manasihe and 游憩广场.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in China, consider Karamay, about 180 miles north-west of Urumqi. 铁马广场, Yelin Peninsula and 人民广场 are key highlights.