Flying from Shanghai to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Shanghai to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN). Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the main airports in Shanghai.
Ulaanbaatar's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shanghai. Ulaanbaatar International Airport is located in Ulaanbaatar.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Shanghai to UBN.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from Shanghai to UBN that includes a stopover. To see the options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between PVG and UBN include:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Hohhot Baita International Airport (HET)
The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is around 56 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Want a handy hotel close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Ulaanbaatar International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
SHA is roughly 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take you 21 minutes or so to reach the terminal driving from the city centre.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your flight from Shanghai to UBN:
About Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN)
Consider staying at Mandala Bliss Mongolia after your flight from Shanghai to Ulaanbaatar International Airport. It's not too far from UBN and a good option if you want to freshen up right away.
Getting from Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN) to central Ulaanbaatar
Ulaanbaatar International Airport to central Ulaanbaatar takes about 1 hour and 1 minute by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN)
Book a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Ulaanbaatar International Airport from ر.ق. 632 or travel return from just ر.ق. 1,412. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Shanghai to UBN if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Shanghai to Ulaanbaatar International Airport.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN)
April is the quietest time to fly to Ulaanbaatar. Alternatively, follow the crowds and go in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai to Ulaanbaatar International Airport.
The warmest month in Ulaanbaatar is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 22ºC. Book your flights from Shanghai to UBN in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Shanghai to Ulaanbaatar International Airport in January when temperatures average between -30ºC and -13ºC.
More about Ulaanbaatar
Start your Ulaanbaatar trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Ulaanbaatar International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Gandantegchinlen Monastery, Genghis Khan Square and National History Museum are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Ulaanbaatar itinerary.
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