How to get from
Shanghai to Urumqi
Compare flights, trains and more
Compare prices to get from Shanghai to Urumqi
CAD 143|5h 15m
CAD 83|39h 6m
CAD 151
CAD 162
CAD 199
CAD 317
CAD 375
CAD 296
CAD 218
CAD 225
CAD 206
CAD 342
CAD 283
CAD 235
CAD 162
CAD 143
Tianjin Airlines7h 5m
Pudong Intl. AirportUrumqi Airport
CAD 162One way
Search
1 stop
Hainan Airlines5h 5m
Shanghai Hongqiao AirportUrumqi Airport
CAD 227One way
Search
Nonstop
- 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 CAD 82 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 5h 43m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights Fastest
Average price CAD 197
Average duration5h 43m
Departure Time06:35 - 20:15
Direct options
Trains Cheapest
Average price CAD 82
Average duration39h 19m
Departure Time16:48 - 08:52
Direct options
· 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 CAD 179; while the month with the highest flight price is usually June, with an average price of up to CAD 422.
CAD 422
CAD 301
CAD 179
CAD 58
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 CAD 82.
CAD 82
Recommended hotels in Urumqi
9.4/10
4393 Reviews
Conrad Urumqi
The Xinjiang Museum/Youhao Road | 2.27 km from downtown
CAD 276
0/10
Reviews
Ta'er Homestay (Nanshan)
14.89 km from downtown
23% off
CAD 220 CAD 170
8.9/10
2148 Reviews
Grand Mercure Urumqi Hualing Accor (CCMALL Times Square in Hongshan Park)
Hongshan Park/Nanhu | 1.48 km from downtown
CAD 61
8.6/10
40 Reviews
Yixu simple homestay
5.99 km from downtown
28% off
CAD 240 CAD 174
Shanghai to Urumqi travel tips
Companies operating from Shanghai to Urumqi
Find departure & arrival points near Shanghai and Urumqi
Popular airports near Shanghai
Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
Jiaxing Nanhu Airport (JNH) Nearby
Popular airports near Urumqi
Urumqi Airport (URC)
Shihezi Huayuan Airport (SHF) Nearby
Popular train stations near Shanghai
Shanghai
Shanghaixi(Shanghai West)
Shanghainan(Shanghai South)
Shanghai Hongqiao
Jiading
Popular train stations near Urumqi
Wulumuqinan(Urumqi South)
Wulumuqi(Urumqi)
Wuxi
Toutunhe District
Midong District
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 5 hours 43 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 CAD 82. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around CAD 197 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 CAD 179. Flights from Shanghai to Urumqi are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of CAD 82Are Shanghai and Urumqi in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Shanghai and Urumqi.