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Cheapest round-trip
$504
Typical prices: $510-$791
Air China
Mon 12/3Thu 12/6
UBN - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$551
Typical prices: $506-$717
Turkish Airlines
Sat 12/29Sat 1/6
UBN - IST • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines and MIAT Mongolian. Average duration is 9h 25m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 91% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to travel
Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul (UBN-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul

Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
Air China Logo
11:50 am - 8:20 amUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
25h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
2:55 pm - 3:05 pmIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
19h 10m1 stop Beijing Capital
$504Air China
Tue, Dec 29 - Wed, Jan 6
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 1:45 pmUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
9h 30mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 7:25 amIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
8h 10mnonstop
$551Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
MIAT Mongolian Logo
10:15 am - 2:30 pmUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
9h 15mnonstop
MIAT Mongolian Logo
4:20 pm - 5:30 amIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
8h 10mnonstop
$557MIAT Mongolian
Tue, Dec 29 - Wed, Jan 6
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 1:45 pmUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
9h 30mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 7:25 amIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
8h 10mnonstop
$561Turkish Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 1:45 pmUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
9h 30mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 7:25 amIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
8h 10mnonstop
$562Turkish Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 28
MIAT Mongolian Logo
10:15 am - 2:30 pmUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
9h 15mnonstop
MIAT Mongolian Logo
4:20 pm - 5:30 amIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
8h 10mnonstop
$567MIAT Mongolian
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
MIAT Mongolian Logo
10:15 am - 2:30 pmUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
9h 15mnonstop
MIAT Mongolian Logo
4:20 pm - 5:30 amIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
8h 10mnonstop
$567MIAT Mongolian
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 8:20 amUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
25h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:20 pm - 5:30 amIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
8h 10mnonstop
$608Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:15 am - 2:30 pmUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
9h 15mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 10:40 amIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
14h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
$667Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 30
Air China Logo
1:00 pm - 8:20 amUBN  Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan-IST Istanbul
48h 20m2 stops Hohhot Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
2:45 pm - 10:40 amIST  Istanbul-UBN Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
14h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,726Air China
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Price, demand and travel trends for Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport typically range from $510 to $791. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $504, on Air China.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 32% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport at $500 round-trip.
•August ($875) and September ($866) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$504
Beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 9:15 am and lands at 6:40 pm
    • Latest: departs at 10:15 am and lands at 7:40 pm.

    The flight takes about 9h 25m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport takes 9h 25m, covering 3,707 miles.

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

    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 Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport range from $510 to $791, with an average of $599 over the past 12 months. Anything below $510 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $568 round-trip, compared to $661 via a layover through Beijing Capital (PEK).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $100–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    The Airbus A330-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and MIAT Mongolian. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 767-300 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport 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 $504 to $4,661. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $575, which is 84% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $41 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental

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

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

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 57m.

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

    Most connecting flights from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport 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 Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $512 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $791, a difference of $279.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport?

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

    • Turkish Airlines
    • MIAT Mongolian

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii and Ayasofya. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport 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 Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $512, about $279 less than Monday fares (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport trip for April. Fares historically average $500 round-trip in that month - typically $375 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with MIAT Mongolian. Over the past three months, 91% of MIAT Mongolian flights from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 80%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 57m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.

Prefer to fly direct from Ulaanbaatar to Istanbul?

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

Direct departures

Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan to Istanbul

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

MIAT Mongolian,Turkish Airlines

MIAT Mongolian,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

MIAT Mongolian

MIAT Mongolian

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan

Monday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

MIAT Mongolian

MIAT Mongolian

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

MIAT Mongolian

MIAT Mongolian

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