Travelling from Seoul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Seoul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN). Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the main airports in Seoul.
Take a direct flight from Seoul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 31 minutes.
The timezone in Ulaanbaatar is UTC+8, which is 1 hour behind Seoul. Ulaanbaatar International Airport is located in Ulaanbaatar.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN) is the most popular route. There are 54 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Korean Air at 19:25. Go for the first ICN to UBN departure operated by MIAT Mongolian Airlines at 00:05 if you want to get going earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Seoul to UBN. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Looking to fly out of Gimpo International Airport (GMP)? You can book a direct flight from Seoul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN) out of this popular hub.
When setting off from GMP, you can choose from multiple airlines that fly straight to your destination. Book your ticket on a direct flight from Seoul to UBN with any of these:
GMP is about 16 kilometres from central Seoul. Plan ahead to find the best way to get to your terminal.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport the day before your flight from Seoul to UBN:
About Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN)
Once your flight from Seoul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport has landed, unwind at a nearby hotel. Mandala Bliss Mongolia is a comfy option that's an easy drive from UBN.
Getting from Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN) to central Ulaanbaatar
Ulaanbaatar International Airport to the centre of Ulaanbaatar takes about 1 hour and 1 minute by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport is Rs20,154. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs43,772. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 1 month before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Seoul to UBN.
The cheapest month for tickets from Seoul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Ulaanbaatar. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Seoul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Schedule your flight from Seoul to UBN for July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ulaanbaatar to range from 11ºC to 22ºC.
Travel in January for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between -30ºC and -13ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Seoul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport.
More about Ulaanbaatar
After booking your flight from Seoul to Ulaanbaatar International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ulaanbaatar:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Gandantegchinlen Monastery, Genghis Khan Square and National History Museum are must-visits when exploring Ulaanbaatar.
Complete your Ulaanbaatar trip with a car rental
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