On this page, you can find and book flights from Islamabad to Urumqi. The 1,689 km flight operates approximately twice a week. Before your trip, we recommend checking how to get to the airport of departure and how to arrange a transfer to leave the airport upon arrival.
The primary carrier on this route is China Southern Airlines (CZ). Flight prices are dynamic and depend on how far in advance you book, so we suggest using the calendar and price trend chart on this page to find the best deal.
The table shows direct flights Islamabad → Urumqi on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 12 h 25 min. Regular flights are operated by China Southern. Departures from Islamabad International Airport airports, arrivals at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Islamabad — Urumqi by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,331 in r, and the most expensive are around AED 3,032 in n. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
The climate in Urumqi is characterized by harsh winters and hot summers. The warmest month is July, with an average temperature of 31.1°C, while the coldest is January, when temperatures drop to -15.7°C.
Budget-wise, it is most beneficial to plan your flight for June, when ticket prices start AED 1,331. The most expensive period is considered to be March, where minimum prices start AED 3,032.
The optimal time for a trip in terms of weather and cost is September—during this time, the heat subsides to a comfortable 22.9°C, and prices remain moderate. We recommend avoiding trips in January and February due to extreme frosts.
On the route from Islamabad to Urumqi, China Southern Airlines operates regular flights. Currently, it is the only carrier providing direct air service between these cities, with a frequency of approximately 2 flights per week. Detailed information on flight days and connection options can be found in the list below; click on the airline card to see the current schedule.
Flights Islamabad — Urumqi depart from Islamabad International Airport and arrive at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 1,689 km. A direct flight takes approximately 2–2.5 hours depending on weather conditions and aircraft type.
The primary carrier on the Islamabad — Urumqi route is China Southern Airlines (CZ).
Yes, China Southern operates direct flights between the cities. The flight frequency is about twice a week.
Flights arrive at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC), which is the main air gateway to the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.
Airfare prices change constantly depending on demand. You can find the current minimum for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
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