Cheap Flights from Urumqi to Almaty from $153

Frequently Asked Questions

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

  Based on Trip.com data, FlyArystan offers one-way fares as low as $153 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. URC to ALA on Sat, Jul 25), while Scat Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $285 departing on Sun, Jul 19 and returning on Sun, Jul 26.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Urumqi to Almaty?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Urumqi to Almaty with the following airlines, including: Air Astana China Southern Airlines 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 Urumqi (URC) to Almaty (ALA) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 1 hour 53 minutes to fly from Urumqi (URC) to Almaty (ALA).

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

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Urumqi to Almaty 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 Urumqi to Almaty?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 26 flight per week flying from Urumqi to Almaty. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Air Astana: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- KC688 (12:50) Air Astana: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- KC1011 (20:41) China Southern Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- CZ6011 (20:41)

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

  To find best deals on flights from Urumqi to Almaty, 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 Sat, Jul 25, with one-way flights priced at just $153.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Air Astana.
  · 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 Almaty travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

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

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

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

  After crunching the numbers on our June flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Urumqi to Almaty on June 18, 2026 with Scat Airlines, with prices starting at $148.

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

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

• Is there any time difference between Urumqi and Almaty?

  The time difference between Almaty and Urumqi is 3h.

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

  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.