Travelling from Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Chinggis Khaan International Airport to Istanbul and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 10 minutes.
Chinggis Khaan International Airport is located in Ulaanbaatar. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is five hours behind Ulaanbaatar.
The most popular route is from Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN) to Istanbul Airport (IST). Choose from seven weekly services between these two airports. Miat - Mongolian Airlines offers a 07:55 departure between UBN and IST.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your UBN to Istanbul flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Start your trip at UBN and travel straight to Istanbul Airport (IST). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Chinggis Khaan International Airport to Istanbul tickets.
Turkish Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Chinggis Khaan International Airport to Istanbul.
UBN is around 31 kilometres from central Ulaanbaatar. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the hassle out of arriving at the airport on time. If you're searching for a place to stay before your flight from Chinggis Khaan International Airport to Istanbul, check out Chinba's house. It's a quick drive from UBN.
Chinggis Khaan International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from UBN make it to their destination as scheduled 85% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN) to Istanbul
Rs82,031 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Chinggis Khaan International Airport to Istanbul flight. A return plane ticket right now is Rs149,333. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Get cheap flights from UBN to Istanbul by booking nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.
February is the best month for scoring an amazing deal on Chinggis Khaan International Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from UBN to Istanbul.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chinggis Khaan International Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from UBN to Istanbul.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Central Istanbul is located around 48 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Chinggis Khaan International Airport to Istanbul has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your UBN to Istanbul flight:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at SAW can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the most popular month for flights from Chinggis Khaan International Airport to Istanbul. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Istanbul in February.
When booking your Chinggis Khaan International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from UBN to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chinggis Khaan International Airport to Istanbul, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are must-visits when exploring Istanbul.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its leading sights. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience major highlights starting with Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.