Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC): what you need to know
Urumqi's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Urumqi three hours behind Sydney.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your SYD to URC flight.
Flying during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SYD and URC:
Hong Kong International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flight is ج.م. 20,091. A round-trip ticket is currently ج.م. 32,597. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYD to URC if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of the departures from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% land on time at their destination.
To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near SYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near URC instead:
Getting from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to central Urumqi
The address for URC is Airport Expressway Entrance & Wuchang Hwy.
Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to central Urumqi has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
June is the most popular month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Urumqi in February.
Before locking in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Urumqi, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to URC in January. Temperatures average between -21ºC and 0ºC then.
Explore more of China
Urumqi has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. About 137 kilometres north-west of Urumqi, a trip to Shihezi will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like 幸福路步行街, Manasihe and 游憩广场.
Around 290 kilometres north-west of Urumqi, Karamay is another essential stop in China. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to 铁马广场, Yelin Peninsula and 人民广场.