Ürümqi to Shanghai (Pudong) (URC–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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URC–PVG is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Shanghai Airlines, Urumqi Air and China Southern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,058 miles in approximately 4h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FM Shanghai Airlines Also: MU | 21 | 738, 7M8 | 2h32-4h55 | – | – | MU |
| UQ Urumqi Air | 7 | 738 | 4h45 | – | – | – |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shanghai (Pudong) from Ürümqi
| Metric | URC→PVG | TLQ→PVG |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from URC | – | 102 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 31 | 7 |
| Flight time | 4h 45m | 4h 20m |
Travel Essentials
URC: +06 · PVG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Ürümqi, it's 8:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong).
Airport shuttle buses (Line 1 and Line 2) connect the city centre and major hotels to the airport in 30–40 minutes for CNY 20–30. The airport is 16 km northwest of downtown Ürümqi. DiDi and taxis from the city centre cost CNY 40–70 depending on traffic.Driving via the Airport Expressway takes 20–30 minutes in normal conditions. Note that Ürümqi operates on Beijing Standard Time (UTC+8) despite being geographically closer to UTC+6; actual local solar time is significantly behind the clock, which affects early morning departures especially.
Maglev to Longyang Road (8 min, ¥50) is a fast exit; transfer to Metro Line 2 onward. Metro Line 2 runs directly from PVG T1/T2 to People's Square and Hongqiao Airport (1.5–2 hrs, ¥7). Taxis have a meter; expect ¥130–200 to Puxi (west side) depending on destination and traffic tunnels used.Airport buses serve multiple city zones (¥22–36, 60–90 min). DiDi ride-hail is available and typically cheaper than street taxis for longer distances.
Humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Summers (June–August) are hot and oppressively humid (28–37°C) with typhoon risk. Storms can cause flight cancellations with little warning. Winters (December–February) are cold and damp (1–8°C) with occasional frost. Dense fog disrupts departures regularly in January–February.
Spring is rainy and mild. Autumn (October–November) is the most settled period. Clear skies and 12–22°C make it the best window for travel. Pack layers for shoulder seasons. An umbrella is useful year-round.
URC–PVG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from URC to PVG
Ürümqi Tianshan International Airport (URC) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are connected by nonstop service from Shanghai Airlines, Urumqi Air and China Southern Airlines. With 31 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
URC to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from URC to PVG is about 4 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,058 miles (3,312 km). There are approximately 31 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 66 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Lanzhou Zhongchuan, Xi'an Xianyang and Zhengzhou Xinzheng. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Turpan (TLQ).