Flying from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev (NQZ) to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC): what you need to know
2 hours 28 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. Urumqi is 8 hours ahead of Astana and operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
You can choose from 5 weekly flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. The 01:10 departure with China Southern Airlines is the earliest flight out from NQZ to URC. China Southern Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:55 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Flying into Urumqi (and exploring more of China!) is a breeze with China Southern Airlines. This popular carrier runs direct flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport.
Before booking your cheap ticket from NQZ to URC, check if you need a visa to enter China. Travel document and visa requirements may vary and are updated frequently. For the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev (NQZ) to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is C$93. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$207. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap flight tickets from NQZ to URC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev (NQZ)
Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev is about 18 kilometres from central Astana. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 38 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near NQZ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near URC instead:
Getting from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to central Urumqi
Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to the center of Urumqi is around 24 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
When to fly to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
The quietest month for a flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Urumqi based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Urumqi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -21ºC and 0ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from NQZ to URC sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Urumqi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Urumqi right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from NQZ to URC:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Hongshan Park, Grand Bazaar Song and Dance Dinner and Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum are among the things you can't miss in Urumqi.
Complete your Urumqi trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport — next on the list is finding somewhere to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Urumqi.
