Traveling from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
1 hour 51 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Almaty Airport. Almaty is 2 hours behind Urumqi and is in the UTC+6 timezone.
Each week, there are 30 flights from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Almaty Airport. If you'd like to take off early, go for the 00:50 Air Astana flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight from URC to ALA is 20:50 with China Southern Airlines.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Getting to Almaty (and then seeing more of Kazakhstan!) is a breeze with China Southern Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Almaty Airport.
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Kazakhstan, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you all the necessary information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from URC to ALA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
C$182 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Almaty Airport. A return flight starts at C$342. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To get cheap flight tickets from URC to ALA, reserve your trip 9 months before your planned departure.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Almaty Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Urumqi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want a convenient hotel near URC? If you're boarding an early flight from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Almaty Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
If you have a late flight from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Almaty Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near ALA:
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
Almaty Airport to central Almaty is about 37 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Almaty Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Almaty. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Almaty is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Almaty Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -16ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from URC to ALA sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Almaty
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in Almaty right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from URC to ALA:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. First President's Park, Ascension Cathedral and Central Park are must-have experiences during your Almaty visit.
Complete your Almaty trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Almaty Airport, browse our car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Almaty stay.
