$783 Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles (QLA) to Urumqi (URC)

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Airfares from $783 One Way, $1,531 Round Trip from Los Angeles to Urumqi

Prices starting at $1,531 for return flights and $783 for one-way flights to Urumqi were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

More About Flying To Urumqi from Los Angeles

Route Information for Flights from Los Angeles to Urumqi

Origin Airport IATA Code
QLA
Destination Airport IATA Code
URC
Distance
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Traveling from Los Angeles to Urumqi

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Los Angeles Airport

The major airport serving Los Angeles and the surrounding area is the Los Angeles International Airport, better known as LAX. Located at 1 World Way, LAX is about 15 miles from downtown Los Angeles. The major domestic and international airlines providing service to the airport include Air Alaska, Southwest, Air Tran, US Airways, Sun Country, Hawaiian, Virgin Atlantic, and several more. Orbitz.com can compare the rates for most of these airlines, so you save time and money.

Airport Parking Information

LAX has many parking lots available to travelers. Long-term and short-term parking lots are available at different rates, and they range from $12 a day to $30 per day. Hourly parking is available for $2 an hour.

Transportation to the Airport

Travelers have several options to get to the airport that include LAX shuttles, buses, taxis, rental cars, and share-ride vans. Taxi fares average around $40 from LAX to downtown Los Angeles. Car rentals are available on Orbitz.com, where you will find the best rental rates available.

LAX Restaurant Information

The airport has an extensive list of snack and dining options. A short list of available restaurants includes McDonald's, Daily Grill, Starbucks, Panda Express, and Burger King. A wide variety of food choices are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

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Urumqi Diwopu International Airport

Orbitz.com can find you cheap flights to Urumqi quickly. The website displays all of the available flights on your computer screen, so you can choose an air travel option that suits your needs. The Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is located in Diwopu, 10 miles northwest of the center of Urumqi. The airport is a major hub for China Southern Airlines and serves over nine million passengers each year. Some of the airlines that offer flights to and from the airport include Air China, China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and Hainan Airlines.

Transportation from the Airport

A shuttle bus runs from the airport to Urumqi approximately every hour. Tickets for the shuttle bus cost 10 CNY ($1.57). Public buses 51 and 27 also transport passengers into the city for 1 CNY ($.18).

Climate in Urumqi

Urumqi has hot summers and very cold winters. The temperatures also vary significantly from day to night. The low temperatures in the winter range from two to eight degrees Fahrenheit, and the high temperatures range from the high teens to the low 20s. The low temperatures in the summer average in the low to mid-60s, and the high temperatures average from the low to mid-80s. If you want warm weather during your trip, use Orbitz.com to schedule your vacation between June and August.

Highlights and Attractions

Urumqi Tianchi Lake, the Tainshan Mountains and Red Mountain are popular attractions in Urumqi. If you like museums, you can visit the Xinjiang Uygur Museum, the Urumqi Museum and the Xinjiang Regional Museum. Orbitz.com does more than find cheap flights to Urumqi. The website has all the tools you need to plan your entire vacation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the shortest flight from Los Angeles to Urumqi?
Lasting at least 17 hours, the trip from LAX to URC is classed as a long-haul flight. Try to catch some shut-eye throughout the journey to arrive feeling refreshed.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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