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Flight deals from Yining to Urumqi

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Yining Airport to Urumqi Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $153. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Urumqi.$153 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 10, returning Mon, Sep 28.Round-trip flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departing from Yining on Thu, Sep 10, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with China Southern departing from Urumqi on Mon, Sep 28, arriving in Yining.Price includes taxes and charges.From $153, select.

Urumqi.$223 per passenger.Departing Sun, Aug 23, returning Thu, Aug 27.Round-trip flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departing from Yining on Sun, Aug 23, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with China Southern departing from Urumqi on Thu, Aug 27, arriving in Yining.Price includes taxes and charges.From $223, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Yining to Urumqi flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Compare routes from Yining to Urumqi below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Urumqi.

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Yining to Urumqi: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$153
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	1 hr, 19 mins
Most popular airline	China Southern
Average flights per week	63

Finding cheap flights from Yining to Urumqi: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Yining to Urumqi?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Yining to Urumqi is $153. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Yining to Urumqi?

1 hour and 19 minutes is the average flight time from Yining to Urumqi.

Which airlines fly direct from Yining to Urumqi?

China Southern, Sichuan Airlines and Tianjin Airlines fly direct from Yining to Urumqi.

How many flights are there a week from Yining to Urumqi?

There are 63 flights per week flying from Yining to Urumqi, as of August 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Yining to Urumqi?

The cheapest month to fly from Yining to Urumqi is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Yining Airport to Urumqi Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Yining Airport to Urumqi Airport on Thursday, September 10, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Yining Airport to Urumqi Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 19 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Urumqi?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Urumqi but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Urumqi?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Urumqi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Yining Airport to Urumqi?

Currently, China Southern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Urumqi.

Flying from Yining Airport (YIN) to Urumqi Airport (URC): what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from Yining Airport to Urumqi Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Yining and Urumqi are both in the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
You can take your pick of 52 weekly Yining Airport to Urumqi Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your YIN to URC flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
With direct flights from Yining Airport to Urumqi Airport available through various airlines, flying to Urumqi (and then other parts of China) is a cinch. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is China Southern.
China Eastern leads the way as the most punctual carrier for YIN to URC flights, with 90.0% of its services arriving on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Yining Airport (YIN) to Urumqi Airport (URC)

$82 is the lowest price for a one-way Yining Airport to Urumqi Airport flight. A return flight starts from $153. These prices may change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from YIN to URC, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Yining Airport to Urumqi Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from YIN to URC.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Yining Airport to Urumqi Airport.

Handy information about Yining Airport (YIN)

The address for YIN is Airport Rd..
70% of flights that leave from Yining Airport reach their destination on time.
Yining Airport is around 13 kilometers from central Yining. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Yining Airport to Urumqi Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to YIN:

Arriving at Urumqi Airport (URC)

The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Yining Airport to Urumqi Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near URC instead:

Getting from Urumqi Airport (URC) to central Urumqi

The address for URC is Airport Expressway Entrance & Wuchang Hwy.
Urumqi Airport is approximately 16 kilometers from central Urumqi. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.

When to fly to Urumqi Airport (URC)

The quietest month for a flight from Yining Airport to Urumqi Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Urumqi based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Yining Airport to Urumqi Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Urumqi, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from YIN to URC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -21ºC (-6ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

Urumqi is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what China has to offer. Continue your journey in Shihezi, which is about 137 kilometers away to the north-west. From Manasihe to Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps Military Reclamation Museum - Xintonghang Y-11 Aircraft, there's plenty to keep you busy in this exciting city.
Make your way 290 kilometers north-west from Urumqi and you'll find yourself in Karamay, another notable stop in China. No trip is complete without seeing Karamay Sunshine Water World and Heiyou Mountain.