Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar

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Flight deals from Istanbul to Chinggis Khaan

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Chinggis Khaan? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Chinggis Khaan

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Chinggis Khaan flights are currently cheapest in February.

Direct flights from Istanbul to Chinggis Khaan

Istanbul to Chinggis Khaan: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chinggis Khaan.

Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$859
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time8 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlineMIAT Mongolian Airlines
Average flights per week19

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Chinggis Khaan: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Chinggis Khaan is $859. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Chinggis Khaan.
MIAT Mongolian Airlines and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Chinggis Khaan.
As of April 2025, there are 19 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Chinggis Khaan.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Chinggis Khaan is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Chinggis Khaan Airport on Friday, 6 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 13 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chinggis Khaan but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Ulaanbaatar is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chinggis Khaan.

Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN): what you need to know

  • 8 hours 12 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ulaanbaatar International Airport. Ulaanbaatar is 5 hours ahead of Istanbul and operates on the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ulaanbaatar International Airport start at 07:55 — the first with Miat - Mongolian Airlines. The latest flight is the 18:25 option with Turkish Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 8 weekly services from IST to UBN.

  • During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • Jetting into Ulaanbaatar (and then seeing more of Mongolia!) is a breeze with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ulaanbaatar International Airport.

  • Finding a convenient stopover on flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ulaanbaatar International Airport is simple with our handy search tool. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to view your options. Incheon International Airport is a sought-after stopover when journeying from IST to UBN.

  • To find out whether you need a visa to enter Mongolia, check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date details, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from IST to UBN.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN)

  • $408 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ulaanbaatar International Airport. Return flights start from $859. These prices can change depending on availability.

  • Book 3 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from IST to UBN.

  • November is the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ulaanbaatar International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap flight tickets from IST to UBN every day.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ulaanbaatar International Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The journey from central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Taking an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ulaanbaatar International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near IST:

Arriving at Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN)

  • Get off your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ulaanbaatar International Airport and jump into your hotel bed shortly after. If you need a comfortable option a quick drive from UBN, consider Mandala Bliss Mongolia.

Getting from Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN) to central Ulaanbaatar

  • From Ulaanbaatar International Airport, Ulaanbaatar is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour and 1 minute to get to the centre driving.

When to fly to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ulaanbaatar International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Ulaanbaatar. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ulaanbaatar International Airport for July if you want to go to Ulaanbaatar during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 22ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to UBN in January. Temperatures average between -30ºC and -13ºC then.

More about Ulaanbaatar

  • Start your Ulaanbaatar trip right by finding an amazing stay. After booking your flight from IST to UBN, have a look at our selection of hotel options including:

  • Gandantegchinlen Monastery and Genghis Khan Square are just two of the big attractions to put on your Ulaanbaatar to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to National History Museum.

Complete your Ulaanbaatar trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've locked in your cheap ticket to Ulaanbaatar International Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Ulaanbaatar.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.