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Cheapest return flight
$996
Typical prices: $1,083-$1,415
Cathay Pacific
Sun 11/11Wed 14/11
SYD - URC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$1,093
Typical prices: $439-$1,143
Multiple Airlines
Sun 16/12
SYD - URC • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sydney and Ürümqi. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 28% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)
Cheapest • Avg $1,178 (return)
Beijing Capital (PEK)
Shortest trip • 18h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Ürümqi (SYD-URC)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Ürümqi

Wed, 11 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Cathay Pacific Logo
08:45 - 07:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-URC Urumqi
27h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:30 - 20:50URC  Urumqi-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$996Cathay Pacific
3+ days ago
Wed, 11 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
China Southern Logo
15:10 - 15:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-URC Urumqi
29h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
17:00 - 07:30URC  Urumqi-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 30m2 stops Wuhan Shenzhen
$1,004China Southern
3+ days ago
Wed, 11 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
China Southern Logo
15:10 - 14:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-URC Urumqi
27h 50m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
16:05 - 07:30URC  Urumqi-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 25m1 stop Shenzhen
$1,004China Southern
2 days ago
Wed, 11 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
China Southern Logo
15:10 - 17:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-URC Urumqi
31h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
18:45 - 20:25URC  Urumqi-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,006China Southern
16 hours ago
Wed, 11 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:45 - 07:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-URC Urumqi
24h 15m2 stops Melbourne Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:30 - 20:50URC  Urumqi-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,094Cathay Pacific
2 days ago
Sun, 29 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:55 - 07:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-URC Urumqi
28h 05m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Hong Kong Intl
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06:35 - 15:05URC  Urumqi-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 30m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$1,101Multiple Airlines
21 hours ago
Sun, 29 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:55 - 07:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-URC Urumqi
28h 05m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Hong Kong Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:55 - 14:50URC  Urumqi-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 55m2 stops Zhongwei Xiangshan Chongqing Jiangbei Intl
$1,155Multiple Airlines
21 hours ago
Wed, 11 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:45 - 07:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-URC Urumqi
24h 15m2 stops Melbourne Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:30 - 08:05URC  Urumqi-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
40h 35m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$1,385Cathay Pacific
2 days ago
Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:35 - 13:05SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-URC Urumqi
35h 30m3 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Hong Kong Intl Guangzhou Baiyun
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:45 - 06:35URC  Urumqi-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 50m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,577Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 11 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Cathay Pacific Logo
06:55 - 07:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-URC Urumqi
29h 05m2 stops Brisbane Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:30 - 10:25URC  Urumqi-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
18h 55m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$1,837Cathay Pacific
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Sydney to Ürümqi flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Sydney to Ürümqi?

Return flights from Sydney to Ürümqi typically range from $1,083 to $1,415. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $996 on Cathay Pacific.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Ürümqi?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Ürümqi. It's 14% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Ürümqi?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Ürümqi at $915 return.
•December ($1,844) and July ($1,485) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 101% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Sydney to Ürümqi flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$996
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 71% increase in travellers.
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When to book flights from Sydney to Ürümqi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Ürümqi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Sydney to Ürümqi flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Ürümqi?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Ürümqi:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long is a flight from Sydney to Ürümqi?

    A direct flight from Sydney to Ürümqi takes 00m, covering 17,351 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Ürümqi?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Ürümqi flight?

    Return flights from Sydney to Ürümqi range from $1,083 to $1,415, with an average of $1,264 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,083 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Sydney to Ürümqi changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $996 to $8,308. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Sydney to Ürümqi looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sydney to Ürümqi are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,223, which is 50% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Ürümqi?

    Flights from Sydney to Ürümqi usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Urumqi (URC).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Ürümqi pass through?

    One-stop flights from Sydney to Ürümqi most commonly connect through:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 84% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) – 3% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Ürümqi?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Sydney to Ürümqi. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,088 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,368, a difference of $280.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Sydney to Ürümqi?

    Flying via Beijing Capital (PEK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 18h 22m, compared to 18h 52m via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) and 19h 09m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

  • What is the time difference between Sydney and Ürümqi?

    Ürümqi is 5 hours behind Sydney (Xinjiang Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Ürümqi?

    Wulabo Ancient City is one of the most viewed places in Ürümqi on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Sydney to Ürümqi flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,088, about $280 less than Wednesday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Ürümqi trip for February. Fares historically average $915 return in that month – typically $929 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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