Flying from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Istanbul. Check out your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when searching for a flight from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN).
Book a direct flight from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 12 minutes.
The timezone in Ulaanbaatar is UTC+8, which is 5 hours ahead of Istanbul. Ulaanbaatar International Airport is located in Ulaanbaatar.
The most popular route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN), with 8 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to UBN is the 14:05 MIAT Mongolian Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 18:25 with Turkish Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Istanbul to UBN. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN) leave from this terminal.
Turkish Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport leaving from IST.
Finding a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to UBN is easy. Whether you're eager to potentially save on your fare or visit a new city, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options. A popular stop when flying out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is Incheon International Airport (ICN).
From the centre of Istanbul, IST is approximately 48 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) operates nonstop flights from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN).
You can reach SAW from central Istanbul in approximately 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Istanbul to UBN? Unwind in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your trip officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN)
Consider checking in to Mandala Bliss Mongolia after your flight from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport. It's a quick drive from UBN and a comfortable option if you want to get some rest right away.
Getting from Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN) to central Ulaanbaatar
Ulaanbaatar International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Ulaanbaatar. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 1 hour and 1 minute.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN)
For a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport, Rs69,325 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just Rs134,828. These are currently the lowest fares but could change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from Istanbul to UBN, reserve your journey 2 months before your planned departure.
To get the lowest price on your tickets from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport, schedule your trip for November (it has the cheapest flights). Got flexible travel dates? Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when the fares drop. Timing is key for finding cheap tickets from Istanbul to UBN.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Ulaanbaatar, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Ulaanbaatar. The warmest month is July. Book your flights from Istanbul to UBN during then and you can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 22ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -30ºC and -13ºC. Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ulaanbaatar
Start your Ulaanbaatar trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
One of the best ways to experience Ulaanbaatar is to check out its popular attractions. Some highlights include Gandantegchinlen Monastery, Genghis Khan Square and National History Museum.
Complete your Ulaanbaatar trip with a car rental
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