Flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Urumqi Airport (URC): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Urumqi Airport is 7 hours 40 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur and Urumqi follow the same timezone, UTC+8.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your KUL to URC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
BatikAir Malaysia is your gateway to exploring Urumqi (and maybe even some other great parts of China!). Browse the direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Urumqi Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is BatikAir Malaysia.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Urumqi Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between KUL and URC include:
Guangzhou Airport
Chongqing Airport
Changsha Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Urumqi Airport (URC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Urumqi Airport flight is $271. A return ticket is currently $486. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from KUL to URC, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Urumqi Airport.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Urumqi Airport.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
59% of flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to KUL? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Urumqi Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Urumqi Airport (URC)
Reserve a hotel near URC if you're catching a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Urumqi Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Urumqi Airport (URC) to central Urumqi
You'll find URC at Airport Expressway Entrance & Wuchang Hwy.
From Urumqi Airport, Urumqi is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Urumqi Airport (URC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Urumqi Airport. To avoid 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 Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Urumqi Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from KUL to URC in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -21ºC (-6ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
While Urumqi is a great introduction to China, there's more adventure waiting for you in Shihezi. About 137 kilometres to the north-west, this popular city has loads of things to see and do, including Manasihe and Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps Military Reclamation Museum - Xintonghang Y-11 Aircraft.
Journey 290 kilometres north-west from Urumqi to reach Karamay, another favourite among visitors to China. Be sure to check out Karamay Sunshine Water World and Heiyou Mountain.