Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC): what you need to know
Urumqi is two hours 30 minutes ahead of New Delhi and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you get on your DEL to URC flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DEL and URC:
Almaty Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Tashkent International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flight is P15,905. A return plane ticket is currently P30,356. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from DEL to URC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Of all flights departing from Indira Gandhi International Airport, 67.17% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Indira Gandhi International Airport from central New Delhi, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near DEL? If you're catching an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near URC instead:
Getting from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to central Urumqi
You'll find URC at Airport Expressway Entrance & Wuchang Hwy.
From Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, Urumqi is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
June is the most popular month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Urumqi in February.
The warmest month in Urumqi is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -21ºC (-6ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DEL to URC around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
Shihezi is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered after you've seen Urumqi. Around 137 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include 幸福路步行街, Manasihe and 游憩广场.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in China, head for Karamay, roughly 290 kilometres north-west of Urumqi. 铁马广场, Yelin Peninsula and 人民广场 are among the biggest draws.
