Travelling from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC): what you need to know
Urumqi's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Xiamen.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your XMN to URC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flight is £127. A return plane ticket right now is £301. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from XMN to URC, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
You'll find XMN at 117 Xiangyun 1st Rd.
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 84.03% of flights that take off from XMN reach their destination on time.
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport is around 9 miles from central Xiamen. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near XMN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near URC instead:
Getting from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to central Urumqi
URC is located at Airport Expressway Entrance & Wuchang Hwy.
From Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, Urumqi is approximately 12 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
June is the busiest month for flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Urumqi in February.
Before locking in your flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Urumqi, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from XMN to URC in January. Temperatures average between -21ºC (-6ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Urumqi is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be discovered. About 85 miles north-west of Urumqi, a visit to Shihezi will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like 幸福路步行街, Manasihe and 游憩广场.
If you want to check out another major stop in China, head for Karamay, about 180 miles north-west of Urumqi. 铁马广场, Yelin Peninsula and 人民广场 are key highlights.
