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Shanghai to Urumqi
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China Eastern Airlines13h 30m
Shanghai Hongqiao International AirportUrumqi Tianshan International Airport
€ 194One way
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Hainan Airlines5h 5m
Shanghai Hongqiao International AirportUrumqi Tianshan International Airport
€ 234One way
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- Prices shown from Shanghai to Urumqi are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
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The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Urumqi costs only € 51 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 5h 40m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights Fastest
Average price € 150
Average duration5h 40m
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Trains Cheapest
Average price € 51
Average duration48h 1m
Departure Time11:58 - 20:40
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· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Shanghai to Urumqi?
What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Shanghai to Urumqi?
According to Trip.com's data, the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai to Urumqi is November, with an average price of € 111. Conversely, the most expensive month is typically July, with an average price of up to € 267.
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What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Shanghai to Urumqi?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Shanghai to Urumqi is Monday, with an average price of € 51.
€ 51
From Shanghai to Urumqi: Travel Information
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Find stations and airports near Shanghai and Urumqi
Popular airports near Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Jiaxing Nanhu Airport (JNH) Nearby
Popular airports near Urumqi
Urumqi Tianshan International Airport (URC)
Shihezi Huayuan Airport (SHF) Nearby
Popular train stations near Shanghai
Shanghai
Shanghaixi(Shanghai West)
Shanghainan(Shanghai South)
Shanghai Hongqiao
Jiading
Popular train stations near Urumqi
Wulumuqinan(Urumqi South)
Wulumuqi(Urumqi)
Wuxi
Toutunhe District
Midong District
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FAQ – How to Get from Shanghai to Urumqi
How far is it from Shanghai to Urumqi?
The distance from Shanghai to Urumqi is about 3281 km (2039 miles).How to get from Shanghai to Urumqi?
There are 2 modes of transport available from Shanghai to Urumqi, including Flights Trains.What is the fastest way to get from Shanghai to Urumqi?
The fastest way to get from Shanghai to Urumqi is by Flights, with an average journey time of 5 hours 40 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 48h 1m.What is the cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Urumqi?
The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Urumqi is by Trains, with an average price of € 51. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around € 150 on avergae.Where do trips from Shanghai to Urumqi usually depart and arrive?
Travellers typically choose the following departure and arrival points from Shanghai to Urumqi: Flights usually departs from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and arrives at Urumqi Tianshan International Airport Trains usually departs from Shanghai and arrives at Wulumuqinan(Urumqi South) .When is the cheapest time to buy tickets from Shanghai to Urumqi?
Train, bus, and flight schedules may vary depending on the season or day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: flights from Shanghai to Urumqi are usually cheapest November, with an average fare of € 111 flights from Shanghai to Urumqi are usually cheapest Monday, with an average fare of € 51 .Is there a time difference between Shanghai and Urumqi?
The time difference between Shanghai and Urumqi is 0h.