Cheap flights from Urumqi to Dubai
Business travellers and families often need to reach the Middle East from Central Asia. This page lists cheap flights from Urumqi to Dubai with full details on every connection. Since no direct service exists you must choose a routing through another hub.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Uzbekistan AirwaysHY | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.2 | 19 Nov 2026 | from $453 | Search 19 Nov 2026 |
 Air AstanaKC | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 19 Nov 2026 | from $475 | Search 19 Nov 2026 |
 Shanghai AirlinesFM | with a stop | — | 21 Oct 2027 | from $486 | Search 21 Oct 2027 |
 Somon AirSZ | with a stop | — | 7 Nov 2026 | from $575 | Search 7 Nov 2026 |
 Shenzhen AirlinesZH | with a stop | — | 23 Nov 2026 | from $713 | Search 23 Nov 2026 |
 Shandong AirlinesSC | with a stop | — | 9 Jan 2027 | from $755 | Search 9 Jan 2027 |
 Cathay PacificCX | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 9 Nov 2026 | from $834 | Search 9 Nov 2026 |
 China Eastern AirlinesMU | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 5 Nov 2026 | from $855 | Search 5 Nov 2026 |
 China Southern AirlinesCZ | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 5 Nov 2026 | from $897 | Search 5 Nov 2026 |
 Air ChinaCA | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.8 | 5 Nov 2026 | from $901 | Search 5 Nov 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 2 November 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: March — from $276.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $453 | 19 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $285 | 12 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $284 | 9 Jan 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $276 | 13 Mar 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $1,918 | 3 May 2027 | |
| October 2027 | from $486 | 21 Oct 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Urumqi | Urumqi URC | 15 km |
| Dubai | Al Maktoum Int. Airport DWC | 42 km |
| Dubai | Dubai DXB | 8 km |
| Dubai | Dubai Bus Station XNB | 0 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
Winter months typically carry higher prices while spring offers lower fares. March stands as the most affordable time to fly this route according to available data. You can see dated pricing for October through December, January and May when booking early helps secure better rates.
Airlines and what to expect
Every carrier on this route requires a connection since no direct flights operate. You can book through FlyArystan, Air Astana or Uzbekistan Airways based in Central Asia or choose Chinese carriers like China Southern Airlines and Air China that fly longer distances. All ten operators include at least one stop before reaching Dubai.
Arriving — Dubai
Arriving after dark means you must plan your transfer to the city centre carefully. Dubai offers three points of arrival: Al Maktoum Int. Airport, the main Dubai terminal and a bus station location. Public transport connections vary depending on which airport your ticket names.
Before you go: United Arab Emirates
- Currency
- AED (DH)
- Power sockets
- Type C, G · 220 V
- Language
- Arabic
- Emergency number
- 112, 997, 998
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +971
- Internet domain
- .ae, .امارات
- Population of Dubai
- 3.9 M (2025)
- Time zone
- UTC+04 (Asia/Dubai)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Verify baggage allowance since low-cost carriers charge separately for checked luggage.
- Confirm your arrival airport matches the booking as Dubai has multiple terminals.
- Allow enough time between flights on separate tickets to clear connections safely.
- Check visa requirements before departing Urumqi for the United Arab Emirates.
- Book outside peak holiday periods when fares tend to rise.
Frequently asked questions
Urumqi – Dubai: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for March 2027 — $276. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Urumqi – Dubai: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Uzbekistan Airways, Air Astana, Shanghai Airlines, Somon Air, Shenzhen Airlines, Shandong Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Air China.
Urumqi – Dubai: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Urumqi to Dubai?
The distance is about 3,570 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 4 h 48 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Urumqi – Dubai?
Urumqi: Urumqi (URC). Dubai: Al Maktoum Int. Airport (DWC), Dubai (DXB), Dubai Bus Station (XNB).
What is the time difference between Urumqi and Dubai?
Dubai is 4 h behind Urumqi.