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      Flight deals from Islamabad to Urumqi

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Islamabad Airport to Urumqi Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,220. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Urumqi.$1,217 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Aug, returning Sat, 22 Aug.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Islamabad on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Urumqi on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Islamabad.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,217, select.
      Urumqi.$1,376 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug, returning Wed, 19 Aug.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Islamabad on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Urumqi on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Islamabad.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,376, select.
      Urumqi.$1,386 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct, returning Fri, 23 Oct.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Islamabad on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Urumqi on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Islamabad.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,386, select.
      Urumqi.$1,396 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Fri, 25 Sep.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Islamabad on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Urumqi on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Islamabad.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,396, select.
      Urumqi.$1,417 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar, returning Mon, 15 Mar.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Islamabad on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Urumqi on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in Islamabad.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,417, select.
      Urumqi.$1,447 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Fri, 29 Jan.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Islamabad on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Urumqi on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in Islamabad.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,447, select.
      Urumqi.$1,448 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul, returning Mon, 27 Jul.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Islamabad on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Urumqi on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Islamabad.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,448, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Islamabad to Urumqi

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

      Islamabad to Urumqi: Alternative routes

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

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      Islamabad to Urumqi: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$1,220
      Cheapest month to flyAugust
      Average flight time2 hrs, 35 mins
      Most popular airlineChina Southern
      Average flights per week5

      Finding cheap flights from Islamabad to Urumqi: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Islamabad to Urumqi is $1,220. 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.
      2 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Islamabad to Urumqi.
      China Southern and S. F. Express fly direct from Islamabad to Urumqi.
      As of July 2026, there are 5 flights per week flying from Islamabad to Urumqi.
      The cheapest month to fly from Islamabad to Urumqi is usually August.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Islamabad Airport to Urumqi Airport on Saturday, 15 August 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 35 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, China Southern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Urumqi.

      Travelling from Islamabad Airport (ISB) to Urumqi Airport (URC): what you need to know

      • Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Islamabad Airport to Urumqi Airport.

      • The timezone in Urumqi is UTC+8, which is three hours ahead of Islamabad.

      • Flights from ISB to URC start from 09:40 — the first with China Southern Airlines. The latest departure is at 09:40 with China Southern Airlines. Overall, you can choose from three weekly Islamabad Airport to Urumqi Airport flights.

      • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ISB to URC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

      • During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

      • Travelling to Urumqi (and then seeing more of China!) is easy with China Southern. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Islamabad Airport to Urumqi Airport.

      • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is China Southern.

      • With a reliable 84.62% of services arriving as planned, China Southern is the most punctual carrier for ISB to URC flights.

      • If you'd like to check out a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Islamabad Airport to Urumqi Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Guangzhou Airport is a sought-after stop between ISB and URC.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad Airport (ISB) to Urumqi Airport (URC)

      • At the moment, $498 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Islamabad Airport to Urumqi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,217. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

      • Book 11 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from ISB to URC.

      • The cheapest month for flights from Islamabad Airport to Urumqi Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

      • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from ISB to URC.

      • Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Islamabad Airport to Urumqi Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

      Handy information about Islamabad Airport (ISB)

      • When it comes to Islamabad Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

      • Central Islamabad to Islamabad Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.

      • You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour on public transport.

      • Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near ISB. Whether you have an early flight from Islamabad Airport to Urumqi Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:

      Arriving at Urumqi Airport (URC)

      Getting from Urumqi Airport (URC) to central Urumqi

      • You'll find URC at Airport Expressway Entrance & Wuchang Hwy.

      • Urumqi Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Urumqi. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.

      • Travelling by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

      When to fly to Urumqi Airport (URC)

      • July is the busiest month for flights from Islamabad Airport to Urumqi Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Urumqi in March.

      • The warmest month in Urumqi is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Islamabad Airport to Urumqi Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

      • January has average temperatures of between -21ºC (-6ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ISB to URC sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

      Explore more of China

      • Urumqi is just scratching the surface of what China has to offer. Continue your travels in Shihezi, which is around 137 kilometres away to the north-west. From Manasihe to Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps Military Reclamation Museum - Xintonghang Y-11 Aircraft, there are countless things to do in this popular city.

      • Have time for another stop? Head for Karamay. It's about 290 kilometres north-west of Urumqi and is home to highlights including Karamay Sunshine Water World and Heiyou Mountain.

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