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      Flight deals from Altay to Urumqi

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Altay to Urumqi? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Urumqi.RM253 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Altay on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM253, select.
      Urumqi.RM1,036 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Altay on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,036, select.
      Urumqi.RM1,127 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Altay on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,127, select.
      Urumqi.RM1,132 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Dec.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Altay on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,132, select.
      Urumqi.RM1,139 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Jan.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Altay on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,139, select.
      Urumqi.RM1,142 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Altay on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,142, select.
      Urumqi.RM1,213 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Altay on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,213, select.
      Urumqi.RM3,086 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Altay on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,086, select.
      Urumqi.RM4,185 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Apr.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Altay on Thu, 29 Apr, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,185, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Altay to Urumqi

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

      Altay to Urumqi: Alternative routes

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

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      Altay to Urumqi: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundRM253
      Cheapest month to flyJuly
      Average flight time1 hr, 22 mins
      Most popular airlineChina Southern
      Average flights per week37

      Finding cheap flights from Altay to Urumqi: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Altay to Urumqi is RM2,264. 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.
      1 hour and 22 minutes is the average flight time from Altay to Urumqi.
      China Southern, Sichuan Airlines and Tianjin Airlines fly direct from Altay to Urumqi.
      As of July 2026, there are 37 flights per week flying from Altay to Urumqi.
      The cheapest month to fly from Altay to Urumqi is usually September.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Altay Airport to Urumqi Airport on Saturday, 19 September 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 22 minutes.
      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.

      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.

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

      Flying from Altay Airport (AAT) to Urumqi Airport (URC): what you need to know

      • The average duration of a direct flight from Altay Airport to Urumqi Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.

      • Altay and Urumqi follow the same timezone, UTC+8.

      • Each week, there are 21 Altay Airport to Urumqi Airport flights. If you prefer to take off early, go for the 09:25 China Southern Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:35 with China Southern Airlines.

      • To ensure you get on your AAT to URC flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

      • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

      • China Southern is your ticket to exploring Urumqi (and perhaps some other exciting parts of China!). Check out the direct flights from Altay Airport to Urumqi Airport offered by this popular airline.

      • China Southern is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

      • China Southern is the most punctual carrier that operates AAT to URC flights.

      • If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Altay Airport to Urumqi Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between AAT and URC:

        • Beijing Daxing Airport

        • Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport

        • Korla Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from Altay Airport (AAT) to Urumqi Airport (URC)

      • RM253 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Altay Airport to Urumqi Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM2,264. These fares can change based on availability.

      • To find cheap tickets from AAT to URC, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.

      • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Altay Airport to Urumqi Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.

      • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from AAT to URC.

      • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Altay Airport to Urumqi Airport.

      Handy information about Altay Airport (AAT)

      • The address for AAT is Chafei Section.

      • Of the departures from Altay Airport, 70% land on schedule at their destination.

      • To reach Altay Airport from central Altay, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

      • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

      • Looking for a handy hotel near AAT? If you've booked an early flight from Altay Airport to Urumqi Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

      Arriving at Urumqi Airport (URC)

      Getting from Urumqi Airport (URC) to central Urumqi

      • The street address for URC is Airport Expressway Entrance & Wuchang Hwy.

      • Urumqi Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Urumqi. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.

      • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.

      When to fly to Urumqi Airport (URC)

      • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Altay Airport to Urumqi Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Urumqi. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.

      • Book your flight from Altay Airport to Urumqi Airport for July if you want to explore Urumqi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

      • Search for cheap tickets from AAT to URC in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -21ºC (-6ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) on average.

      Explore more of China

      • While Urumqi is an excellent introduction to China, more adventures await you in Shihezi. Located about 137 kilometres to the north-west, this exciting city has loads of things to see and do, including Manasihe and Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps Military Reclamation Museum - Xintonghang Y-11 Aircraft.

      • Have time for another stop? Journey to Karamay. It's about 290 kilometres north-west of Urumqi and is known for highlights including Karamay Sunshine Water World and Heiyou Mountain.

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