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Shanghai to Urumqi
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Tianjin Airlines7h 25m
Pudong Intl. AirportUrumqi Airport
£61One way
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Spring Airlines5h 30m
Shanghai Hongqiao AirportUrumqi Airport
£70One way
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- Prices shown from Shanghai to Urumqi are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare Flights and Trains from Shanghai to Urumqi
The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Urumqi costs only £42 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 6h 3m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights
Fastest
Average price
£73
Average duration
6h 3m
Departure time
06:35 - 20:15
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Trains
Cheapest
Average price
£42
Average duration
39h 19m
Departure time
16:48 - 08:52
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· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Shanghai to Urumqi?
Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Shanghai to Urumqi?
Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai to Urumqi is November, with an average price of £96; while the month with the highest flight price is usually June, with an average price of up to £227.
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What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Shanghai to Urumqi?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Shanghai to Urumqi is Monday, with an average price of £42.
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Find departure & arrival points near Shanghai and Urumqi
Popular airports near Shanghai
Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
Jiaxing Nanhu Airport (JNH)
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Popular airports near Urumqi
Urumqi Airport (URC)
Shihezi Huayuan Airport (SHF)
Nearby
Popular train stations near Shanghai
Shanghai
Pudong
Shanghaixi(Shanghai West)
Shanghainan(Shanghai South)
Shanghai Hongqiao
Popular train stations near Urumqi
Wulumuqinan(Urumqi South)
Wulumuqi(Urumqi)
Toutunhe District
Midong District
Wuxi
How to travel from Shanghai to Urumqi: FAQs
How far is it from Shanghai to Urumqi?
It’s about 3,281 km (2,039 mi) from Shanghai to Urumqi.How do I get from Shanghai to Urumqi?
You can travel from Shanghai to Urumqi in 2 different ways: Flights, Trains.What’s the fastest way to get from Shanghai to Urumqi?
The fastest way to get from Shanghai to Urumqi is by Flights, with an average journey time of 6 hours 3 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 39h 19m.What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Shanghai to Urumqi?
The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Urumqi is by Trains, with an average price of £42. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around £73 on avergae.What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Shanghai and Urumqi?
For trips between Shanghai and Urumqi, travelers typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Pudong Intl. Airport and arrive at Urumqi Airport; Trains depart from Shanghai and arrive at Wulumuqinan(Urumqi South).How far in advance should I book tickets from Shanghai to Urumqi to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Shanghai to Urumqi are typically cheapest November, with an average fare of £96. Flights from Shanghai to Urumqi are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of £42Are Shanghai and Urumqi in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Shanghai and Urumqi.