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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Urumqi.Rs22,763 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan.One-way flight with FlyArystan.Outbound direct flight with FlyArystan departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs22,763, select.
Urumqi.Rs23,465 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Mar.One-way flight with FlyArystan.Outbound direct flight with FlyArystan departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Sat, 7 Mar, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs23,465, select.
Urumqi.Rs29,486 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb.One-way flight with FlyArystan.Outbound direct flight with FlyArystan departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs29,486, select.
Urumqi.Rs40,673 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Dec.One-way flight with Scat Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scat Airlines, departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Wed, 24 Dec, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs40,673, select.
Urumqi.Rs42,886 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs42,886, select.
Urumqi.Rs47,129 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Dec.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Mon, 29 Dec, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs47,129, select.
Urumqi.Rs49,649 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs49,649, select.
Urumqi.Rs75,433 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun.One-way flight with FlyArystan.Outbound indirect flight with FlyArystan, departs from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs75,433, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi flights are currently cheapest in January.
Dec
from Rs40,673
Jan
from Rs22,763
Feb
from Rs29,486
Mar
from Rs23,465
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May
from Rs42,886
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Direct flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi

Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi: Alternative routes

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

Astana to Urumqi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs22,763
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time2 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineChina Southern
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi is Rs49,287. 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.
2 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi.
China Southern, World Ticket Ltd and FlyArystan fly direct from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi.
As of December 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi.
The cheapest month to fly from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Urumqi Airport on Monday, 9 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 30 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, FlyArystan offers the cheapest flight tickets to Urumqi.

Flying from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.

  • Urumqi's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Urumqi three hours ahead of Astana.

  • Take your pick of five weekly Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flights. The 01:10 departure with China Southern Airlines is the earliest available. China Southern Airlines operates the last service of the day at 20:15.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your NQZ to URC flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • Flying into Urumqi (and then seeing more of China!) is a breeze with China Southern Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport.

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with China Southern Airlines on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flight is Rs22,763. A return plane ticket is currently Rs49,332. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Get cheap tickets from NQZ to URC by booking nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from NQZ to URC.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport.

Handy information about Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)

  • To get to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport from central Astana, it'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to NQZ? If you're catching an early flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)

Getting from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to central Urumqi

  • You'll find URC at Airport Expressway Entrance & Wuchang Hwy.

  • From Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, Urumqi is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.

When to fly to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)

  • June is the busiest month for flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Urumqi in February.

  • When booking your flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Urumqi, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -21ºC and 0ºC. Look for cheap tickets from NQZ to URC sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of China

  • Shihezi is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Urumqi. Around 137 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include 幸福路步行街, Manasihe and 游憩广场.

  • Karamay is another sought-after 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.

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