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Tue, 26 May
Spring Airlines
Spring AirlinesDirect
SHA - URC
374$
369$
Prime price per passenger
Tue, 28 July
Spring Airlines
Spring AirlinesDirect
SHA - URC
444$
440$
Prime price per passenger
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Cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Urumqi

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of May. Take advantage of this per
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Currency and price comparison

MealMid-priced restaurant
30%A meal in Urumqi is 30% cheaper than a meal in Shanghai.
Shanghai$6.09
Urumqi$4.67
TrainLocal, one-way ticket
49%Trains in Urumqi are 49% cheaper than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$0.61
Urumqi$0.41
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
40%A taxi fare in Urumqi is 40% cheaper than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$2.84
Urumqi$2.03
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
14%Coffee in Urumqi is 14% cheaper than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$4.39
Urumqi$3.85
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 4.94 CNY
1 CNY = 0.2 AUD
Last checked on Mon, 4/05
Distance: 3270 kms
Shanghai airports
Pu Dong (PVG)How far from city centre: 31 kms
Hongqiao (SHA)How far from city centre: 7 kms
Urumqi airports

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Shanghai to Urumqi

How long does the flight take to go from Shanghai to Urumqi?
The total flight time between Shanghai and Urumqi is of around 5 h and 20 m on average, considering an average distance of 3,270.21 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Shanghai to Urumqi?
When you fly from Shanghai to Urumqi the average price is $677. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to Urumqi at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Shanghai to Urumqi is $369. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Urumqi expensive to visit compared to Shanghai?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Urumqi costs an average of $2.04, 33% cheaper than Shanghai, with a fare of $3.06,
while train tickets costs 33% less in Urumqi: $0.41 against $0.61 in Shanghai.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from $4.68 in Urumqi, 23% less than the $6.11 in Shanghai.
The price of the coffee is around 10% cheaper in Urumqi, with an average of $3.87, while in Shanghai the coffee costs $4.29.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Shanghai to Urumqi?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions China may apply when travelling from Shanghai. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Urumqi compared to Shanghai?
While in Shanghai temperatures can reach an average of 27º ºC in summer, Urumqi's temperatures can rise to 24º ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, weather data show around -11º ºC in Urumqi, compared to the 5º ºC average in Shanghai.

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