Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Urumqi from US$473

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Urumqi (SFO-URC)?

  Based on Trip.com data, China Eastern Airlines offers one-way fares as low as US$473 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SFO to URC on Thu, Aug 27), while China Southern Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$968 departing on Fri, Sep 4 and returning on Tue, Sep 8.

• When is the best time to book flights from San Francisco to Urumqi?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Urumqi is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How can I find the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Urumqi?

  To find best deals on flights from San Francisco to Urumqi, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Thu, Aug 27, with one-way flights priced at just US$473.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is China Eastern Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Urumqi travel is around December.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from San Francisco (SFO) to Urumqi (URC) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from San Francisco to Urumqi is August, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Urumqi on?

  After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Urumqi on August 21, 2026 with China Southern Airlines, with prices starting at US$843.

• Is there any time difference between San Francisco and Urumqi?

  The time difference between Urumqi and San Francisco is 16h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from San Francisco to Urumqi?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Urumqi?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from San Francisco to Urumqi is US$908. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• How do I book flights from San Francisco to Urumqi on Trip.com?

  Enter San Francisco and Urumqi, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.