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      Flight deals from Qingdao to Urumqi

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Qingdao Airport to Urumqi Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 280 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Urumqi.280 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct, returning Wed, 21 Oct.Return flight with Hainan Airlines and Tianjin Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Qingdao on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with Tianjin Airlines, departs from Urumqi on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From 280 €, select.
      Urumqi.319 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Shandong Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shandong Airlines departs from Qingdao on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Shandong Airlines departs from Urumqi on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From 319 €, select.
      Urumqi.324 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with China Eastern and Qingdao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Qingdao on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with Qingdao Airlines, departs from Urumqi on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From 324 €, select.
      Urumqi.827 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan, returning Wed, 27 Jan.Return flight with Shandong Airlines and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Shandong Airlines, departs from Qingdao on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Urumqi on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From 827 €, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Qingdao to Urumqi

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Qingdao to Urumqi flights are currently cheapest in October.
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      Direct flights from Qingdao to Urumqi

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      Qingdao to Urumqi: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Qingdao to Urumqi below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Urumqi.

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      Qingdao to Urumqi: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found280 €
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time4 hrs, 56 mins
      Most popular airlineShandong Airlines
      Average flights per week32

      Finding cheap flights from Qingdao to Urumqi: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Qingdao to Urumqi is 280 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      4 hours and 56 minutes is the average flight time from Qingdao to Urumqi.
      Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines and China Express fly direct from Qingdao to Urumqi.
      As of September 2026, there are 32 flights per week flying from Qingdao to Urumqi.
      The cheapest month to fly from Qingdao to Urumqi is usually October.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Qingdao Airport to Urumqi Airport on Thursday, 15 October 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 56 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Urumqi but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Urumqi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, Hainan Airlines and Shandong Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Urumqi.

      Travelling from Qingdao Airport (TAO) to Urumqi Airport (URC): what you need to know

      • Jump on a direct flight from Qingdao Airport to Urumqi Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours.

      • Qingdao and Urumqi are in the UTC+8 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.

      • Pack your bags and choose from 21 weekly Qingdao Airport to Urumqi Airport flights.

      • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your TAO to URC flight.

      • Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

      • Shandong Airlines is your ticket to exploring Urumqi (and maybe even some other exciting corners of China!). Browse the direct flights from Qingdao Airport to Urumqi Airport offered by this popular airline.

      • Shandong Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

      • The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for TAO to URC flights is Shandong Airlines.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Qingdao Airport (TAO) to Urumqi Airport (URC)

      • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Qingdao Airport to Urumqi Airport flight is 128 €. A return ticket right now is 280 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

      • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from TAO to URC if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.

      • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Qingdao Airport to Urumqi Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.

      • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from TAO to URC by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

      • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Qingdao Airport to Urumqi Airport.

      Handy information about Qingdao Airport (TAO)

      • The address for TAO is No.99 Minhang Road.

      • Qingdao Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from TAO land on schedule 87% of the time.

      • Central Qingdao to Qingdao Airport is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.

      • You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.

      • Need a handy hotel near TAO? If you've booked an early flight from Qingdao Airport to Urumqi Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

      Arriving at Urumqi Airport (URC)

      When to fly to Urumqi Airport (URC)

      • July is the most popular month for flights from Qingdao Airport to Urumqi Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Urumqi in March.

      • When booking your flight from Qingdao Airport to Urumqi Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Urumqi, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

      • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from TAO to URC in January. Temperatures average between -21ºC (-6ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) then.

      Explore more of China

      • Urumqi is just a glimpse of what China has to offer. Extend your trip to Shihezi, which is about 137 kilometres away to the north-west. From Manasihe to Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps Military Reclamation Museum - Xintonghang Y-11 Aircraft, there's plenty to discover in this popular city.

      • Any journey through China wouldn't be complete without visiting Karamay. Karamay Sunshine Water World and Heiyou Mountain are highlights in this destination, which is around 290 kilometres north-west of Urumqi.

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      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.