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Cheapest round-trip
$563
Typical prices: $499-$776
Turkish Airlines
Tue 10/9Thu 10/25
IST - UBN • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$318
Typical prices: $272-$403
MIAT Mongolian
Sun 2/18
IST - UBN • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
5 days a week
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines and MIAT Mongolian. Average duration is 8h 06m
Direct flights
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
December
Cheapest • 16% price drop
July
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar (IST-UBN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar

Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 7:20 amIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
7h 50mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:10 am - 1:45 pmUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
9h 35mnonstop
$563Turkish Airlines
Mon, Dec 28 - Sat, Jan 9
Air China Logo
2:45 pm - 10:40 amIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
14h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
11:40 am - 8:20 amUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
25h 40m1 stop Beijing Capital
$594Air China
Fri, Dec 25 - Thu, Jan 7
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 7:25 amIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
8h 10mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 1:45 pmUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
9h 30mnonstop
$604Turkish Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Thu, Jan 7
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 7:25 amIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
8h 10mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 1:45 pmUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
9h 30mnonstop
$605Turkish Airlines
Thu, Mar 25 - Thu, Apr 1
MIAT Mongolian Logo
4:20 pm - 5:30 amIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
8h 10mnonstop
MIAT Mongolian Logo
7:25 am - 11:25 amUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
9h 00mnonstop
$624MIAT Mongolian
Thu, Mar 25 - Sun, Apr 4
MIAT Mongolian Logo
4:20 pm - 5:30 amIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
8h 10mnonstop
MIAT Mongolian Logo
7:25 am - 11:25 amUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
9h 00mnonstop
$624MIAT Mongolian
Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 19
MIAT Mongolian Logo
4:20 pm - 5:30 amIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
8h 10mnonstop
MIAT Mongolian Logo
10:15 am - 2:30 pmUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
9h 15mnonstop
$626MIAT Mongolian
Fri, Mar 26 - Sun, Apr 4
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 7:25 amIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
8h 10mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:10 am - 1:45 pmUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
9h 35mnonstop
$644Turkish Airlines
Fri, Mar 26 - Sat, Apr 3
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 7:25 amIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
8h 10mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:10 am - 1:45 pmUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
9h 35mnonstop
$644Turkish Airlines
Wed, Mar 24 - Sun, Apr 4
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 7:25 amIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
8h 10mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:10 am - 1:45 pmUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
9h 35mnonstop
$644Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar?

Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar typically range from $499 to $776. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $563, on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 34% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar at $505 round-trip.
•July ($684) and January ($647) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 35% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar the cheapest?

Flights from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$318
Beat the crowds with an average 47% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 210% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar

When to book flights from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:20 pm and lands at 9:26 pm
    • Latest: departs at 6:30 pm and lands at 2:36 am.

    The flight takes about 8h 06m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar?

    A nonstop flight from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar takes 8h 06m, covering 3,707 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar flight?

    Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar range from $499 to $776, with an average of $605 over the past 12 months. Anything below $499 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the $605 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $577 round-trip, compared to $814 via a layover through Beijing Capital (PEK).

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar?

    The Boeing 767-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by MIAT Mongolian and Turkish Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300ER variants.

  • Have flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $563 to $2,946. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar looking right now?

    One-way fares from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $347, which is 16% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar?

    Flights from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar usually depart from Istanbul (IST) and arrive at Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan (UBN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar pass through Beijing Capital (PEK), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $525 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $814, a difference of $289.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar?

    2 airlines operate flights between Istanbul Airport and Ulaanbaatar. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Turkish Airlines
    • MIAT Mongolian

  • What is the time difference between Istanbul Airport and Ulaanbaatar?

    Ulaanbaatar is 5 hours ahead of Istanbul Airport (Ulaanbaatar Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • MIAT Mongolian: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $525, about $289 less than Friday fares (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar trip for December. Fares historically average $505 round-trip in that month - typically $179 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul Airport to Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan

Monday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

MIAT Mongolian

MIAT Mongolian

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

MIAT Mongolian

MIAT Mongolian

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

MIAT Mongolian

MIAT Mongolian

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Direct returns

Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan to Istanbul

Tuesday

MIAT Mongolian,Turkish Airlines

MIAT Mongolian,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

MIAT Mongolian,Turkish Airlines

MIAT Mongolian,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

MIAT Mongolian,Turkish Airlines

MIAT Mongolian,Turkish Airlines

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