Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC): What you need to know
Urumqi's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Kuala Lumpur. Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is located in Urumqi.
Your flight from Kuala Lumpur to URC won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to URC. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX)
Travelling from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 56 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
59% of flights leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport land at their destination on time.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
On public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Kuala Lumpur to URC flight? Unwind in a hotel near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance of 72%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
About Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
If you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near URC:
URC is located at Airport Expressway Entrance & Wuchang Hwy.
Getting from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to central Urumqi
From Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, central Urumqi is around 16 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is $426. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $839. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to URC. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Affordable Kuala Lumpur to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to visit Urumqi. February is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Book a Kuala Lumpur to URC plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Urumqi to range from 16ºC to 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport in January when temperatures are between -21ºC and 0ºC.
More about Urumqi
Start your Urumqi trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Urumqi should come with a bit of sightseeing. Attractions worth exploring include Hongshan Pagoda, Urumqi Botanical Garden and Xinjiang Ancient Ecological Park.
Explore more of China
See the best of Urumqi, then set your sights on other exciting places in China. Travel west to Shihezi, about 121 kilometres away. Manasihe and Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps Military Reclamation Museum - Xintonghang Y-11 Aircraft are great places to begin your adventure here.
Karamay is another sought-after destination in China and is around 274 kilometres northwest of Urumqi. No trip is complete without experiencing Karamay Sunshine Water World, Heiyou Mountain and Friendship Exhibition.