Travelling from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is located in Urumqi. Following the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is three hours ahead of Urumqi.
Leave plenty of time to catch your URC to Melbourne flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Central Urumqi to URC is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 25 minutes to reach there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Looking for a hotel near URC? If you're boarding an early flight from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
68.08% of flights leaving from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
URC is located at Airport Expressway Entrance & Wuchang Hwy.
How to find the cheapest flights from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Melbourne
RM1,069 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Melbourne flight. A return ticket right now is RM5,361. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from URC to Melbourne. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Finding cheap tickets from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Melbourne is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the best prices across each month and pick up a sweet deal.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Melbourne, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MEL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and chase adventure across Melbourne and beyond.
Booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks before your flight from URC to Melbourne can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
The centre of Melbourne is located around 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). Once your flight from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Melbourne has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 50 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
Unpack your bag and relax not long after your URC to Melbourne flight at Corio Bay Motel. This comfy accommodation option is a quick drive from AVV.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab an Avalon Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV will help you save.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Melbourne.
The journey takes around 1 hour 15 minutes using public transport.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your trip by staying at a hotel near MEB after your URC to Melbourne flight. Recover from your travel day or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:
Whether you're searching for an economy for a solo adventure or a full-size SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the right Essendon Airport rental car for you. Explore the types of wheels available from companies such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Melbourne is a smart way to go. As well as better deals, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Plan your trip to Melbourne during high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Melbourne in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Melbourne flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from URC to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Melbourne
Once you've booked your flight from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Melbourne, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:
National Gallery of Victoria and Federation Square are a couple of top attractions to add to your Melbourne travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Eureka Skydeck 88.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Melbourne, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Journey around 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to tick off its must-visit sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, your itinerary will be busy.
Launceston is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. No journey is complete without experiencing City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.
