Cheap Flights from Almaty to Urumqi from $145

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Almaty to Urumqi (ALA-URC)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Scat Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $145 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. ALA to URC on Thu, May 14), while China Southern Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $283 departing on Mon, Apr 27 and returning on Mon, May 4.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Almaty to Urumqi?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Almaty to Urumqi with the following airlines, including: China Southern Airlines Air Astana Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Almaty (ALA) to Urumqi (URC) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 1 hour 41 minutes to fly from Almaty (ALA) to Urumqi (URC).

• When is the best time to book flights from Almaty to Urumqi?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Almaty to Urumqi is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Almaty to Urumqi?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 21 flight per week flying from Almaty to Urumqi. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: China Southern Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- CZ6012 (20:47) China Southern Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- CZ6076 (09:36) Air Astana: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- KC687 (06:48)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Almaty to Urumqi?

  To find best deals on flights from Almaty to Urumqi, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Thu, May 14, with one-way flights priced at just $145.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is China Southern Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Urumqi travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Almaty (ALA) to Urumqi (URC) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Almaty to Urumqi is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Almaty to Urumqi on?

  After crunching the numbers on our April flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Almaty to Urumqi on April 28, 2026 with Scat Airlines, with prices starting at $138.

• Which airports can I fly to for Urumqi from Almaty?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Urumqi, with Almaty International Airport to Urumqi Tianshan International Airport (ALA-URC) is by far the most common option on this route: Urumqi Tianshan International Airport (URC).

• Is there any time difference between Almaty and Urumqi?

  The time difference between Urumqi and Almaty is 3h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Almaty to Urumqi?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.