On this page, you can book flights from Urumqi to Astana. The 1,463 km route is served by approximately 5 flights per week, making it easy to find a convenient option for business or leisure travel.
Regular flights between these cities are operated by FS and CZ. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar to find the best deals. You can also check out information on how to get to the departure airport and get from the airport to the city center.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Urumqi — Astana by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 252 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 1,894 in r. 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.
Urumqi → Astana, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 442 | medium | May | AED 419 | medium | Sep | AED 419 | medium |
| Feb | AED 373 | low | Jun | AED 489 | high | Oct | AED 466 | high |
| Mar | AED 349 | low | Jul | AED 536 | high | Nov | AED 349 | low |
| Apr | AED 396 | medium | Aug | AED 512 | high | Dec | AED 442 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Astana is July, with an average high of 26.9°C, while the coldest is January, when temperatures drop to -18.3°C. Rainfall peaks in November, while January and April remain the driest periods of the year.
The most budget-friendly flights are available in October with prices starting AED 287, and favorable fares are also found in September and August. Peak ticket prices are recorded in June, starting AED 1,919.
The best time to visit in terms of value and weather is September, when the heat subsides and flight costs remain at their lowest. It is best to avoid the period from November to February due to severe frosts and rising airfares.
Flights on the Urumqi — Astana route are operated by Air Astana (FS) and China Southern Airlines (CZ). Direct flights are available, with a frequency of about 5 departures per week, and Air Astana is one of the key carriers on this route. Detailed up-to-date schedules and connecting flight options can be found in the airline cards below.
Flights Urumqi — Astana depart from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport and arrive at Nursultan Nazarbayev 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 1,463 km, and the estimated direct flight time is approximately 2 hours.
Regular flights from Urumqi to Astana are operated by Air Astana (FS) and China Southern Airlines (CZ).
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, with a frequency of about 5 departures per week.
Airfares change constantly depending on the season and demand; you can find the current minimum for the coming months in the low-fare calendar on this page.
Citizens of Russia do not need a visa to visit Kazakhstan; entry is possible with either a domestic or an international passport.
Flights from Urumqi arrive at Astana International Airport (NQZ).
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