Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Ürümqi?

Flights from San Francisco to Ürümqi usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Urumqi (URC).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Ürümqi?

Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Ürümqi: • Economy Class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Ürümqi pass through?

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Ürümqi most commonly connect through: • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 32% of one-stop connections • Wuhan (WUH) - 32% of one-stop connections • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) - 21% of one-stop connections • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 11% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Ürümqi?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 60% on flights from San Francisco to Ürümqi. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,080 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $2,658, a difference of $1,578. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from San Francisco to Ürümqi?

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Ürümqi takes 00m, covering 6,498 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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.

Have flight prices from San Francisco to Ürümqi changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,060 to $4,351. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Ürümqi?

Flying via Wuhan (WUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 11m, compared with 23h 58m via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) and 24h 36m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Ürümqi?

Ürümqi is 13 hours ahead of San Francisco (Xinjiang Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Ürümqi flight?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Ürümqi range from $1,080 to $2,095, with an average of $1,716 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,080 counts as a good deal.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Ürümqi. It’s 38% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 54% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Ürümqi?

United Airlines ($1,630) and China Eastern ($1,960) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Ürümqi according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Ürümqi?

Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Wuhan (WUH) are the most popular layovers for the San Francisco to Ürümqi route. 32% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via PVG or WUH.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Ürümqi?

Flights via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,149. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Ürümqi which airport offers the shortest layover?

Wuhan (WUH) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Ürümqi layovers at 12h 49m over the past 3 months.

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4:43 pm - 1:45 pmSFO San Francisco-URC Urumqi

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$1,182Multiple Airlines

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33h 35m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Los Angeles

$1,339Multiple Airlines

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18h 25m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,630United Airlines

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20h 51m3 stops Xining Caojiabao Shanghai Pu Dong Vancouver Intl

$1,919Multiple Airlines

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7:05 am - 1:50 pmSFO San Francisco-URC Urumqi

40h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong

2:50 pm - 9:00 amURC Urumqi-SFO San Francisco

32h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,960China Eastern

Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 18

1:13 pm - 2:35 pmSFO San Francisco-URC Urumqi

35h 22m3 stops Los Angeles Hangzhou Chengdu Tianfu Intl

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32h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Ürümqi?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Ürümqi. It’s 38% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 54% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Ürümqi?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Ürümqi:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from San Francisco to Ürümqi?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Ürümqi takes 00m, covering 6,498 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Ürümqi flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Ürümqi range from $1,080 to $2,095, with an average of $1,716 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,080 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from San Francisco to Ürümqi changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,060 to $4,351. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Ürümqi?
Flights from San Francisco to Ürümqi usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Urumqi (URC).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Ürümqi pass through?
One-stop flights from San Francisco to Ürümqi most commonly connect through:

• Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 32% of one-stop connections
• Wuhan (WUH) - 32% of one-stop connections
• Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) - 21% of one-stop connections
• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 11% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Ürümqi?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 60% on flights from San Francisco to Ürümqi. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,080 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $2,658, a difference of $1,578.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Ürümqi?
Flying via Wuhan (WUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 11m, compared with 23h 58m via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) and 24h 36m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Ürümqi?
Ürümqi is 13 hours ahead of San Francisco (Xinjiang Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,080, about $1,578 less than Thursday fares (59% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Ürümqi trip for February. Fares historically average $805 round-trip in that month - typically $1,853 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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