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Flight deals from Urumqi to Almaty

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Almaty.Rs35,188 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct.One-way flight with FlyArystan.Outbound indirect flight with FlyArystan, departs from Urumqi on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs35,188, select.
Almaty.Rs36,599 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Aug.One-way flight with Scat Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scat Airlines, departs from Urumqi on Sat, 9 Aug, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs36,599, select.
Almaty.Rs36,599 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Jul.One-way flight with Scat Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scat Airlines, departs from Urumqi on Sat, 12 Jul, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs36,599, select.
Almaty.Rs38,358 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep.One-way flight with Scat Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scat Airlines, departs from Urumqi on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs38,358, select.
Almaty.Rs51,090 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep.One-way flight with Air Astana.Outbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Urumqi on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs51,090, select.
Almaty.Rs51,464 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Air Astana.Outbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Urumqi on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs51,464, select.
Almaty.Rs52,622 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Oct.One-way flight with Air Astana.Outbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Urumqi on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs52,622, select.
Almaty.Rs52,632 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Nov.One-way flight with Air Astana.Outbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Urumqi on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs52,632, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Urumqi to Almaty

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Urumqi to Almaty flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from Rs36,599
Aug
from Rs36,599
Sep
from Rs38,358
Oct
from Rs35,188
Nov
from Rs52,632
Dec
from Rs53,249
Jan
from Rs61,461
Feb
from Rs75,811
Mar
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Apr
from Rs61,574
May
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Jun
from Rs374,202

Direct flights from Urumqi to Almaty

Urumqi to Almaty: Alternative routes

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

Urumqi to Almaty: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs35,261
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 54 mins
Most popular airlineChina Southern
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from Urumqi to Almaty: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Urumqi to Almaty is Rs75,999. 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 54 minutes is the average flight time from Urumqi to Almaty.
China Southern and Air Astana fly direct from Urumqi to Almaty.
As of July 2025, there are 15 flights per week flying from Urumqi to Almaty.
The cheapest month to fly from Urumqi to Almaty is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Urumqi Airport to Almaty Airport on Saturday, 27 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 54 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 Almaty 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 Almaty is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Scat Airlines and Air Astana offer the cheapest flight tickets to Almaty.

Travelling from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Almaty Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • Almaty is two hours behind Urumqi and observes the UTC+6 timezone.

  • Each week, there are 30 Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Almaty Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, pick the 00:50 Air Astana flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 20:30 with China Southern Airlines.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your URC to ALA flight.

  • During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • China Southern Airlines is your gateway to exploring Almaty (and perhaps some other great parts of Kazakhstan!). Check out the direct flights from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Almaty Airport offered by this carrier.

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

How to find the cheapest flights from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Almaty Airport (ALA)

  • Currently, Rs35,188 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Almaty Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs75,841. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from URC to ALA.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Almaty Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from URC to ALA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Almaty Airport.

Handy information about Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)

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

  • 68.08% of flights departing from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • To get to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport from central Urumqi, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking an early flight from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Almaty Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near URC:

Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)

  • Consider booking a hotel near ALA if you're catching a late Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Almaty Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Almaty Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AmiGo!, Hertz or Vladex and experience the lesser-explored corners of Almaty and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Almaty Airport around two weeks before travelling.

Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty

  • From Almaty Airport, Almaty is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.

When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Almaty Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Almaty based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Before locking in your flight from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Almaty Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Almaty, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 32ºC.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from URC to ALA in January. Temperatures average between -16ºC and 3ºC then.

Explore more of Kazakhstan

  • Sarkand is just one of the many cities in Kazakhstan waiting to be explored after you've seen Almaty. Around 338 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Park Zhastar, Dom Slavy and Park.

  • Around 32 kilometres east of Almaty, Talghar is another favourite stop in Kazakhstan. Start your sightseeing at Park Imeni T.ryskulova, Ancient Town Talgar and Mini-Bayterek.

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