Cheap flights from Ulaanbaatar (UBN)

Mongolia's modern steppe-side capital gateway

Chinggis Khaan International, opened in 2021, is Mongolia's main airport, about 52 km south of Ulaanbaatar near Sergelen. It replaced the older Buyant-Ukhaa airport (ULN) and serves as the hub for MIAT Mongolian Airlines and Hunnu Air. International carriers include Korean Air, Aeroflot, Turkish Airlines, Air China and Eznis. Common routes cover Seoul, Beijing, Istanbul, Moscow and Tokyo.

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Airlines flying from Ulaanbaatar (UBN)

Major carriers: MIAT Mongolian Airlines, Hunnu Air, Korean Air, Turkish Airlines, Air China. Low-cost carriers: AirAsia X, T'way Air, Jin Air.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ulaanbaatar's airport code UBN instead of ULN?
Mongolia opened the new Chinggis Khaan International in 2021, replacing the older Buyant-Ukhaa (ULN) which closed to commercial traffic. The new airport uses the IATA code UBN. Flightmussy uses UBN in searches, so you see the actual flights operating today rather than empty results from the retired code.
Which airlines fly to Ulaanbaatar?
UBN is served by MIAT Mongolian Airlines, Hunnu Air, Korean Air, Turkish Airlines, Air China, Aeroflot, T'way Air and Jin Air. Routes include Seoul, Beijing, Istanbul, Moscow, Tokyo, Hong Kong and Frankfurt. Flightmussy compares them all in one free search with no signup.
How far is Chinggis Khaan Airport from Ulaanbaatar?
UBN is about 52 km south of central Ulaanbaatar, near Sergelen, a 50-70 minute drive depending on traffic. There is an airport bus and ride-hail service. Most international visitors arrange hotel transfers given the distance, which is significantly farther than the old ULN airport.
When is the cheapest month to fly to Mongolia?
UBN fares are typically cheapest in late autumn and early spring, between the Naadam summer peak in July and the harsh winter low-demand period. Booking 6-10 weeks ahead usually helps. The Flightmussy 12-month heatmap shows every week of the year for fast price comparison.

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