Flying from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Islamabad International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Urumqi is three hours ahead of Islamabad and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Each week, there are five Islamabad International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, go for the 09:40 China Southern Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 09:40 with China Southern Airlines.
Your ISB to URC flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Flying into Urumqi (and then exploring more of China!) is a snap with China Southern Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Islamabad International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is China Southern Airlines.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for ISB to URC flights is China Southern Airlines.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Islamabad International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. Kashi Airport is a popular stopover on the ISB to URC route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
Rs112,453 is the best price for a one-way Islamabad International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs216,303. These prices can change depending on demand.
Book five months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from ISB to URC.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Islamabad International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
When it comes to Islamabad International Airport's on-time performance, 71.38% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Islamabad to Islamabad International Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
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Arriving at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Islamabad International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near URC instead:
Getting from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to central Urumqi
You'll find URC at Airport Expressway Entrance & Wuchang Hwy.
Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Urumqi. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
The quietest month for a flight from Islamabad International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Urumqi based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Urumqi, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ISB to URC in January. Temperatures average between -21ºC and 0ºC then.
Explore more of China
You've done Urumqi, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel around 137 kilometres north-west to Shihezi to tick off its popular sights. From 幸福路步行街 to Manasihe and 游憩广场, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Karamay is another must-experience destination in China and is around 290 kilometres north-west of Urumqi. No trip is complete without dropping by 铁马广场, Yelin Peninsula and 人民广场.