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Urumqi.$1,000 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Apr, returning Sun, 11 May.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 25 Apr, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Urumqi on Sun, 11 May, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,000, select.
Urumqi.$1,001 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 May, returning Fri, 9 May.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 2 May, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Urumqi on Fri, 9 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,001, select.
Urumqi.$1,002 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun, returning Wed, 11 Jun.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Urumqi on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,002, select.
Urumqi.$1,109 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 May, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Urumqi on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,109, select.
Urumqi.$1,664 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Jan, returning Sun, 11 Jan.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 4 Jan, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Urumqi on Sun, 11 Jan, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,664, select.
Urumqi.$1,692 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Apr, returning Fri, 11 Apr.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 5 Apr, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Urumqi on Fri, 11 Apr, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,692, select.
Urumqi.$1,742 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Jun, returning Sun, 6 Jul.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 26 Jun, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Urumqi on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,742, select.
Urumqi.$1,947 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Thu, 2 Oct.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Urumqi on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,947, select.

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London to Urumqi: Alternative routes

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

London to Urumqi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,000
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time8 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineTitan Airways
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from London to Urumqi: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London to Urumqi is $1,000. 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.
8 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from London to Urumqi.
Titan Airways flies direct from London to Urumqi.
As of March 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from London to Urumqi.
The cheapest month to fly from London to Urumqi is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Urumqi Airport on Friday, 25 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 45 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Urumqi is China Southern .

Flying from London to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC): what you need to know

  • When organising a flight from London to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC), you'll have a good choice of airports to jet out of. Consider London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).

  • Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is located in Urumqi. The city operates in the UTC+8 timezone and is 8 hours ahead of London.

  • Your flight from London to URC won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for flights from London to URC departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • From central London, LHR is around 31 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to reach the terminal.

  • In search of a handy hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from London to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from London to URC? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:

About Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)

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

  • Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to the centre of Urumqi takes around 24 minutes in a car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.

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

  • For a one-way ticket from London to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, $627 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just $1,000. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change depending on availability.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find flight tickets from London to URC if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from London to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a deal you can't miss. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time searching for a cheap ticket from London to URC every day.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

The best time to fly from London to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)

  • It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from London to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Urumqi. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Urumqi is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from London to URC in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January has average temperatures of between -21ºC and 0ºC. Search for cheap flights from London to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Urumqi

Complete your Urumqi trip with a car rental

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