Shanghai to Urumqi Flights
Flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Urumqi (URC) connect China and CN. The great-circle distance is approximately 3,299 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 5 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include SHA, PVG and URC. The reverse route is Urumqi to Shanghai. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Shanghai, China
- Destination
- Urumqi, CN
- Distance
- 3,299 km
- Typical duration
- about 5 hours
- Origin codes
- SHA, PVG
- Destination codes
- URC
- Primary keyword
- flights from Shanghai to Urumqi
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Route overview
Shanghai to Urumqi is a city-pair air route between China and CN. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SHA and URC. Related codes: SHA, PVG → URC.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 3,299 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 5 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Shanghai airports and metro codes: SHA, PVG.
Urumqi airports and metro codes: URC.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Urumqi to Shanghai, other destinations from Shanghai, and other origins into Urumqi.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Shanghai to Urumqi?
Direct flights from Shanghai to Urumqi typically take about 5 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Shanghai to Urumqi?
The great-circle distance between Shanghai and Urumqi is approximately 3,299 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Shanghai to Urumqi?
Shanghai is commonly searched with code SHA (related: SHA, PVG). Urumqi is commonly searched with code URC (related: URC).
Are there direct flights from Shanghai to Urumqi?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Urumqi to Shanghai?
The reverse city pair is Urumqi to Shanghai. Distance is the same great-circle measure (3,299 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Shanghai to Urumqi route connect?
This route connects China (Shanghai) with CN (Urumqi).