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      Flight deals from San Francisco International to Urumqi

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Urumqi Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,180. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Urumqi.$1,116 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Urumqi on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,116, select.
      Urumqi.$1,172 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Wed, 14 Oct.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Urumqi on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,172, select.
      Urumqi.$1,172 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Urumqi on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,172, select.
      Urumqi.$1,305 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov, returning Sun, 22 Nov.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Urumqi on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,305, select.
      Urumqi.$2,944 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jun, returning Fri, 11 Jun.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 2 Jun, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Urumqi on Fri, 11 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,944, select.
      Urumqi.$3,203 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Urumqi on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,203, select.
      Urumqi.$3,316 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with Japan Airlines and Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Japan Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Urumqi on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,316, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Urumqi

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Urumqi flights are currently cheapest in September.
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      San Francisco International to Urumqi: Alternative routes

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

      Urumqi

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      San Francisco to Urumqi: Flight information

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      Cheapest flight found$1,124
      Cheapest month to flyNovember

      Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Urumqi: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Urumqi is $1,124. 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.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Urumqi. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,124.
      As of August 2026, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Urumqi.
      The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Urumqi is usually November.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Urumqi Airport on Tuesday, 24 November 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and Urumqi Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
      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.

      Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Urumqi Airport (URC): what you need to know

      • Urumqi is 16 hours ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC+8 timezone.

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

      • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

      • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Urumqi Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between SFO and URC:

        • Shanghai Pudong Airport

        • Beijing Capital Airport

        • Hong Kong Intl Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Urumqi Airport (URC)

      • Currently, $615 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Urumqi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,116. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.

      • It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SFO to URC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

      • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Urumqi Airport.

      • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SFO to URC.

      • Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Urumqi Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

      Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

      • Of all flights leaving San Francisco International Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.

      • To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it takes around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

      • The journey on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.

      • Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Urumqi Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:

      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. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.

      • Getting there on public transport takes around 50 minutes.

      When to fly to Urumqi Airport (URC)

      • The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Urumqi Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Urumqi based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

      • The warmest month in Urumqi is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Urumqi Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

      • Search for cheap tickets from SFO to URC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -21ºC (-6ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) on average.

      Explore more of China

      • Experience the best of Urumqi, then set your sights on other captivating corners of China. Head north-west to Shihezi, around 137 kilometres away. Manasihe and Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps Military Reclamation Museum - Xintonghang Y-11 Aircraft are great places to begin your adventure here.

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

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